Inyo County public meetings in 2022

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two zoning text amendments to comply with state housing element requirements and to add a reasonable accommodation procedure for fair housing. They will also consider waiving the first reading of an ordinance to streamline permitting for electric vehicle charging systems. The consent agenda includes a $95,000 boardroom multimedia replacement contract and a $339,584.55 asphalt purchase.

• Public hearing on Zone Text Amendment 2022-02 for Housing Element Compliance (Ordinance 1290)
• Public hearing on Zone Text Amendment 2022-03 for Reasonable Accommodation (Ordinance 1291)
• First reading waiver for Electric Vehicle Charging System Streamlined Permitting Process (Ordinance 1292)
• Agreement with Western Audio Visual and Security for Boardroom Multimedia Replacement Project up to $95,000
• Purchase of 2,185 tons of plant mixed asphalt from Granite Construction for $339,584.55

The Board approved two ordinances to update zoning text for state housing and fair housing compliance. They also authorized a $339,584.55 purchase of plant mixed asphalt and approved a new budget policy for the Transient Occupancy Tax District Improvement Fund.

• Approved $339,584.55 asphalt purchase from Granite Construction (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1290 for Housing Element state compliance (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1291 for Reasonable Accommodation zoning procedures (4-0)
• Approved $95,000 contract with Western Audio Visual and Security (4-0)
• Approved Transient Occupancy Tax District Improvement Fund Budget Policy (4-0)
• Approved 5.34% CPI adjustment for waste hauling service fees (4-0)
• Approved FY 2022 EMPG Program Application and Resolution 2022-52 (4-0)
• Approved proclamations honoring outgoing Supervisors Dan Totheroh and Rick Pucci (4-0)

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The Board will hold a workshop on commercial cannabis business license fees, consider authorizing non-disclosure agreements with internet service providers for broadband expansion, and certify federal funding for the Yucca Mountain Repository Assessment Office. The agenda also includes a closed session on anticipated litigation regarding fire damage to a property and an existing lawsuit.

• Workshop on commercial cannabis business license fees
• Authorize CAO to enter non-disclosure agreements with ISPs for broadband expansion
• Certify $49,566.17 in federal funds for Yucca Mountain Repository Assessment Office
• Approve application for California Cultural and Historical Endowment Museum Grant Program
• Closed session: anticipated litigation over fire damage to Commander's House Property

The Board of Supervisors approved measures to facilitate broadband network expansion and applied for a California museum grant. They also certified the expenditure of federal funds related to the Nuclear Waste Policy Act. The Board declined to raise regular commercial cannabis business license fees at this time.

• Authorized CAO to enter into non-disclosure agreements with internet service providers (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-50 to destroy records received from ISPs under non-disclosure agreements (4-0)
• Certified $49,566.17 in federal funds expended under the Nuclear Waste Policy Act (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-51 for a California museum grant program application (4-0)
• Denied request to raise regular commercial cannabis business license fees
• Approved minutes from December 6, 2022 meeting (4-0)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold a workshop on a proposed countywide business license for unincorporated areas and receive a quarterly wildfire preparedness update. The board will also consider operational changes at the Independence and Lone Pine landfills, approve a $117,110.52 maternal health funding agreement, and declare surplus vehicles for auction. Closed session items include negotiations on Digital 395 broadband assets and labor contracts.

• Workshop on proposed countywide business license for unincorporated areas
• Quarterly presentation from County Wildfire Preparedness Coordinator
• Operational changes: closing Independence and Lone Pine landfills for a half-hour lunch break
• Ratify Maternal Child Adolescent Health agreement with California Department of Public Health for $117,110.52
• Closed session: negotiations on price and terms for Digital 395 broadband node sites and fiber optic lines

The Board approved a $117,110.52 maternal and child health funding agreement and authorized the auction of surplus vehicles and equipment. The Board also supported the formation of a working group to explore a potential countywide business license. A proposal regarding operational changes to landfills was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved proclamation for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (4-0)
• Authorized sale of Ag Commissioner surplus vehicles via Public Surplus auction (4-0)
• Approved $117,110.52 MCAH Agreement No. 202214 with CA Dept of Public Health (4-0)
• Authorized sale of Public Works surplus vehicles and equipment via Public Surplus auction (4-0)
• Supported formation of a working group to explore a countywide business license
• Approved minutes from November 29, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Pulled item regarding operational changes to Independence and Lone Pine landfills

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting an interim ordinance that temporarily suspends new short-term rentals of residential units in all unincorporated areas of Inyo County. Other notable items include ratifying a property purchase in Lone Pine, approving a $94,500 contract for indigent legal defense, and accepting a $1.7 million public health emergency preparedness grant. The Board will also meet as the Board of Equalization to hear assessment appeals from Xanterra Parks & Resorts.

• Interim ordinance to suspend new short-term rentals in all unincorporated areas
• Ratify purchase of 605 S. Main Street, Lone Pine, from Carl Shrawder Trust
• Approve $94,500 contract with Victoria Campbell for indigent legal defense services
• Ratify $1,696,173 grant from California Department of Public Health for emergency preparedness
• Approve $172,000 increase to Team Environmental contract for recycling and waste management

The Board approved an interim ordinance temporarily suspending new short-term rentals of residential units in unincorporated areas. Other key actions included approving a $1.69M public health emergency preparedness agreement and ratifying a real property purchase in Lone Pine.

• Adopted interim Ordinance 1289 suspending new short-term rentals in unincorporated areas (4-0)
• Approved $1,696,173 agreement with CA Dept of Public Health for emergency preparedness (4-0)
• Ratified purchase of real property at 605 S. Main Street, Lone Pine (4-0)
• Approved $94,500 contract for indigent legal defense services with Victoria Campbell, Esq. (4-0)
• Approved $172,000 contract increase for Team Environmental (4-0)
• Appointed Jared Smith to the Inyo Fish & Wildlife Commission (4-0)
• Approved $8,725 monthly contract for Water Department Deputy Director Dr. Holly Alpert (4-0)
• Authorized $112,500 Hazard Mitigation grant and budget amendment (4-0)

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The Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a resolution to formally determine vested mining rights for the Panamint Valley Limestone Quarry. They will also hold a hearing on the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Plan and consider approving a resolution to use those funds. Other items include amending the mental health budget and contract, and recognizing Veterans Day.

• Public hearing and decision on vested mining rights for Panamint Valley Limestone Quarry (Item 14)
• Public hearing and approval of Permanent Local Housing Allocation Plan resolution (Item 15)
• Amend mental health budget by $143,000 and increase contract with Crestwood Behavioral Health to $203,000 (Item 13)
• Approve proclamation recognizing November 11, 2022 as Veterans Day (Item 7)
• Approve closure of Sunset Road in Bishop for utility pole placement (Item 11)

The Board of Supervisors approved several administrative items, including a housing allocation resolution and a budget amendment for behavioral health. They also confirmed vested mining rights for the Panamint Valley Limestone Quarry and authorized a victim assistance grant.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-47 confirming Vested Mining Rights for Panamint Valley Limestone Quarry (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-48 authorizing projects using Permanent Local Housing Allocation Funds (4-0)
• Approved $143,000 budget amendment and contract increase for Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. (4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of FY 22-23 Victim/Witness Assistance Program grant from Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-46 renaming the Agriculture Resource Advisory Board to Agriculture Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Approved closure of Sunset Road in Bishop on Nov 29, 2022, for utility pole placement (4-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring November 11, 2022, as Veterans Day (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 1, 2022 meeting (4-0)

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The Board will consider terminating the local emergency for the July 2022 Fairview Fire and continuing three other local emergencies (Death Valley flash flooding, Tropical Storm Kay flooding, and the 2017 snowpack runoff emergency). They will also adopt findings under AB 361 related to the COVID-19 state of emergency. Other items include approving a lease for airport office space, purchasing a dump truck, and approving change orders for a road project.

• Terminate local emergency for Fairview Fire (July 2022)
• Continue local emergency for Death Valley flash flooding (August 2022)
• Continue local emergency for Tropical Storm Kay flooding (September 2022)
• Approve lease agreement for Room 104 at 703 Airport Rd. at $180/month for 5 years
• Authorize purchase of 2024 Freightliner dump truck for up to $204,279.95

The Board authorized the purchase of a new dump truck and approved contract changes for the Grandview/Knight Manor Slurry Project. They also updated several local emergency proclamations and ratified a lease with the General Services Administration.

• Approved purchase of one 2024 Freightliner dump truck for not to exceed $204,279.95 (4-0)
• Approved $43,968 budget increase and change orders for Grandview/Knight Manor Slurry Project, increasing contract to $506,735.01 (4-0)
• Terminated local emergency for the Fairview Fire (4-0)
• Continued local emergencies for Death Valley flash floods, South County flash floods, and 'Here It Comes Emergency' (4-0)
• Approved lease with General Services Administration for Room 104, Airport Annex Building, not to exceed $180 per month (4-0)
• Approved master services agreement with Armstrong Consultants for airport services not to exceed $10,000 (4-0)
• Approved submittal of Federal Fiscal Year 2022 HSGP Grant Application (4-0)
• Adopted AB 361 findings to continue COVID-19 pandemic emergency measures (4-0)

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The Board will consider purchasing a snowplow for $294,816 and a wheel loader for $243,503, receive a presentation on short-term rentals, and vote on resolutions supporting veterans and adopting self-insurance. A pre-hearing conference on property assessment appeals is also scheduled.

• Authorize purchase of 2024 International Snowplow from PB Loader Corp for $294,816.13
• Authorize purchase of John Deere 624P Wheel Loader from Coastline Equipment for $243,503.02
• Receive presentation on short-term rental status and provide direction
• Approve Resolution No. 2022-42 supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans
• Ratify shelter service agreement with UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program for $63,741

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The Board will hold a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation from CalRecycle regarding a threatened compliance order for mandatory commercial recycling program implementation gaps. In open session, the Board will consider several consent agenda items, including a $526,136 grant for senior center improvements and a $485,725 contract for senior services, both contingent on future budget approval. The Board will also hear an update on broadband task force activities and make appointments to state and regional boards.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (CalRecycle compliance order for commercial recycling gaps)
• Ratify $526,136 grant from California Department of Aging for senior center infrastructure improvements (ESAAA)
• Ratify $485,725 contract with California Department of Aging for regional senior services (ESAAA)
• Approve $155,500 contract for HVAC upgrade design at Inyo County Courthouse (Etchemendy Engineering)
• Approve resolution accepting perpetual right-of-way grants from BLM for 15 roads on federal land

The Board of Supervisors approved several contracts and agreements, including $526,136 for senior center infrastructure improvements and $485,725 for regional senior services. They also approved a $155,500 contract for HVAC design at the courthouse, a $42,000 sole-source contract for grants management consulting, and a proclamation for the Great California ShakeOut Drill. All votes were unanimous 4-0 with one supervisor absent.

• Approved $526,136 for senior center improvements via CDA contract (4-0)
• Approved $485,725 for regional senior services via ESAAA contract (4-0)
• Approved $155,500 contract for courthouse HVAC design to Etchemendy Engineering (4-0)
• Approved $42,000 sole-source contract with Thurmond Consulting for grants management (4-0)
• Approved addendum to MOU with California Health and Wellness for data exchange (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-41 accepting BLM right-of-way grants for 15 roads (4-0)
• Approved proclamation for Great California ShakeOut Drill on Oct 20, 2022 (4-0)
• Appointed Supervisor Griffiths as CSAC director and Supervisor Kingsley as RCRC/GSFA/GSCA delegate (4-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will conduct a workshop to develop a five-year housing plan for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation. The body is also considering the acceptance of a $175,000 grant from the California Fire Safe Council and the return of over $116,000 in unspent health and tobacco funds to the state.

• Receipt of $175,000 California Fire Safe Council 2022 County Coordinator grant
• Return of $60,000 in unspent COVID-19 response funds and $56,478 in tobacco prevention funds to CDPH
• Authorization to sell surplus motor pool vehicles via Public Surplus and Enterprise Fleet Management
• Notice of Completion for the Lone Pine HHS HVAC Project
• Appointments to the Agricultural Resource Advisory Board

The Board approved a $175,000 California Fire Safe Council grant for the Office of Emergency Services, adopted a domestic violence awareness proclamation, and received a housing allocation workshop. All votes were unanimous 4-0 with one supervisor absent.

• Approved $175,000 California Fire Safe Council grant for emergency services (4-0)
• Approved Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation (4-0)
• Approved appointments to Agricultural Resource Advisory Board (4-0)
• Declared surplus vehicles for auction via Public Surplus site (4-0)
• Approved side letter with Law Enforcement Administrators Association (4-0)
• Approved conflict of interest code biennial reports and amendments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-40 for Lone Pine HHS HVAC project notice of completion (4-0)
• Approved ordinance rescinding Section 3.20.035 of Inyo County Code (4-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will discuss various administrative updates, including personnel changes and budget amendments. The meeting includes a closed session regarding litigation and labor negotiations, as well as a proposal to waive disposal fees for fire cleanup.

• Resolution No. 2022-39 to waive solid waste disposal and gate fees for Fairview Fire clean up
• Resolution No. 2022-37 to establish an Electronic Recording Delivery System
• Return of $43,463 in unspent grant funds to the California Department of Public Health
• Proclamation declaring October 10, 2022 as Indigenous People's Day
• Proposed ordinance to rescind Section 3.20.035 of the Inyo County Code

The Board approved Resolution 2022-39, waiving solid waste disposal and gate fees for items associated with the Fairview Fire cleanup. They also approved Resolution 2022-38 to establish an Electronic Recording Delivery System for the Clerk-Recorder. A proposed ordinance to eliminate the Transient Occupancy Tax operator allowance was introduced and scheduled for enactment on October 11, 2022. The Board adopted findings under AB 361 to continue meeting remotely due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Approved Resolution 2022-39 waiving solid waste disposal and gate fees for Fairview Fire cleanup items (3-0, Totheroh absent, Pucci out).
• Approved Resolution 2022-38 authorizing an Electronic Recording Delivery System for the Clerk-Recorder (3-0, Totheroh absent, Pucci out).
• Appointed in-lieu-of-election nominees for the November 8, 2022 General Election per Elections Code section 10515 (3-0, Totheroh absent, Pucci out).
• Ratified Modification No. 1 to the subcontract with Advocates for Human Potential for behavioral health services (3-0, Totheroh absent, Pucci out).
• Adopted AB 361 findings to continue remote meetings due to COVID-19 state of emergency (3-0, Totheroh absent, Pucci out).
• Introduced a proposed ordinance to rescind Transient Occupancy Tax operator allowance, scheduled for enactment October 11, 2022 (4-0, Totheroh absent).
• Amended the FY 2022-2023 Tobacco Budget to return $43,463 in unspent grant funds to CDPH (4-0, Totheroh absent).
• Approved a proclamation declaring October 10, 2022 Indigenous People's Day in Inyo County (4-0, Totheroh absent).

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The Board will review and adopt the final budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The meeting includes several contract approvals for health, legal, and coroner services, as well as public works project authorizations.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Final Board Approved Budget
• Contract with Iris Telehealth Medical Group for telepsychiatry services not to exceed $200,000
• Contract with Hanson Bridgett LLP for law enforcement legal services for $100,000
• Contract with Clair Concrete, Inc. for site work not to exceed $113,260
• Purchase order for Bellingham Marine Industries, Inc. for dock components not to exceed $136,843

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the final FY 2022-2023 budget of $131,981,852, including distribution of excess fund balance to contingencies, reserves, and capital outlay. They also approved multiple contracts for coroner services, telepsychiatry, legal services, and a small business center lease, all contingent on budget adoption. A road closure for the Big Pine Paiute Tribe Fall Fandango event was approved, and a resolution supporting ESCOG's economic resiliency pilot project was passed.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 final budget of $131,981,852 (4-0)
• Approved $20,000 Madera County contract for supplemental autopsy services (4-0)
• Approved $65,000 contract with Margot Fleming for coroner services (4-0)
• Ratified $100,000 contract with Hanson Bridgett LLP for legal services (4-0)
• Ratified $200,000 telepsychiatry agreement with Iris Telehealth Medical Group (4-0)
• Approved closure of Bartell Road in Big Pine for Fall Fandango event (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-37 supporting ESCOG economic resiliency pilot project (4-0)
• Approved Diaz Lake dock grant budget amendment and contracts with Clair Concrete and Bellingham Marine (4-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2022-2023 County Budget. Other business includes proclaiming a local emergency due to flood damage in the South County and approving several health and public works contracts.

• Review and adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 County Budget
• Resolution No. 2022-25 proclaiming a Local Emergency due to South County flood damage
• WIC contract with California Department of Public Health not to exceed $1,342,437
• Public Works contract amendment for Fountainhead of Anaheim increasing total to $671,039.51
• Tobacco Control Program agreement not to exceed $300,000

The Board unanimously adopted the $130,080,065 FY 2022-23 CAO Recommended Budget, directing $1,651,247 in excess fund balance to contingencies, reserves, OPEB trust, and capital outlay. It also unanimously approved a resolution proclaiming a local emergency due to severe flood damage in South County and requesting a state emergency declaration. Other actions included approving a $1.34M WIC contract, a $300K tobacco control program, and road closures for the California Indian Day parade.

• Adopted $130,080,065 FY 2022-23 budget, directing $1,651,247 excess fund balance to reserves and capital (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-35 declaring local emergency from flood damage, requesting state emergency (4-0)
• Approved $1,342,437 WIC contract with CDPH for 2022-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 local Tobacco Control Program agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 3 to Fountainhead consulting agreement, increasing by $209,281.54 (unanimous)
• Approved road closures on Pa Ha, Diaz, Barlow, and See Vee Lanes for California Indian Day parade (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-34 expanding voter registration confidentiality to public safety officials (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1287 amending claims settlement delegation authority (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors will consider several contract approvals, including telephone system maintenance and crisis care services. They will also discuss terminating or continuing various local emergency declarations related to weather events.

• Mitel telephone system licensing and hardware maintenance not to exceed $66,350
• Crisis Care Mobile Unit Consulting Services not to exceed $155,000.00
• First 5 Community Grant services for Bishop Indian Head Start up to $13,000
• First 5 Community Grant services for Discovery Point Preschool up to $17,000
• Continuum of Care Grants Management consulting not to exceed $42,000

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved a $457,167.30 contract with American Asphalt South for slurry seal coatings, along with several other service agreements and contracts. The board also adopted resolutions for property tax rates and the Gann spending limit, terminated a wind emergency, and continued three other local emergencies. All votes were 4-0 with one supervisor absent.

• Approved $457,167.30 contract with American Asphalt South for slurry seal coatings (4-0)
• Approved $155,000 contract with Angela DaRe for Crisis Care Mobile Unit consulting (4-0)
• Approved $66,350 licensing agreement with Maverick Networks for telephone system maintenance (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-31 setting property tax rates for FY 2022-2023 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-30 accepting Gann appropriation limit calculations (4-0)
• Terminated local emergency from April 2022 wind event (4-0)
• Continued local emergencies for August 2022 flooding, Fairview Fire, and 'Here It Comes' snowpack runoff (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 donation from Fine Fund for fishing map brochure (4-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will consider appointing Nate Greenberg as County Administrative Officer and may proclaim a local emergency due to flood damage in Death Valley. Additional items include a public hearing on the 6th Cycle Housing Element and various departmental contracts.

• Appointment of Nate Greenberg as County Administrative Officer at $16,879 per month
• Proclamation of a Local Emergency due to flood damage in Death Valley National Park
• Subcontract agreement with Advocates for Human Potential for $150,000
• Gas Extraction Well Equipment Project contract with BSE General Engineering, Inc. for $47,604.05
• Telephone Triage Services agreement with County of Nevada not to exceed $34,500

The Board appointed Nathan Greenberg as the new County Administrative Officer, effective September 2, 2022, with a monthly salary of $16,879. The Board also re-adopted the 6th Cycle Housing Element update and directed staff to resend it to the state for certification. A request to rename Bishop Airport to 'Bishop-Dave McCoy Airport' was discussed, with the Board voting to seek feedback from airport partners before making a final decision.

• Appointed Nathan Greenberg as County Administrative Officer (unanimous)
• Re-adopted 6th Cycle Housing Element update and directed staff to resend to state (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 subcontract with Advocates for Human Potential for behavioral health (unanimous)
• Approved $34,500 sole-source agreement with Nevada County for rural crisis triage services (unanimous)
• Authorized closure of Independence, Lone Pine, and Bishop-Sunland landfills on Christmas and New Year's Day (unanimous)
• Approved $47,604.05 sole-source contract with BSE General Engineering for gas extraction well equipment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-29 ratifying local emergency for Death Valley flood damage (unanimous)
• Approved $45,330 budget amendment for Sheriff's kitchen services (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors will discuss personnel evaluations and labor negotiations in closed session. Open session items include updating purchasing codes, approving disaster housing ordinances, and awarding several public works and health contracts.

• Ordinance 1286 to permit habitation of temporary emergency dwellings after a disaster
• Contract for Diaz Lake Water System Upgrade awarded to Clair Concrete, Inc. for $409,190.00
• California Oral Health Program Grant Agreement not to exceed $715,565
• Ordinance 1285 to repeal and replace Title VI of the Inyo County Code regarding purchasing
• Cyber Security Awareness Training payment to SHI International not to exceed $15,620.00

The Board awarded the Diaz Lake Water System Upgrade contract to Clair Concrete, Inc. for $409,190, despite all bids exceeding budget due to rising costs. It also approved ordinances allowing temporary emergency dwellings after disasters and repealing/replacing the county purchasing code, plus a $715,565 oral health grant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 1286 permitting temporary emergency dwellings after a disaster (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1285 repealing and replacing Title VI purchasing code (unanimous)
• Awarded Diaz Lake Water System Upgrade contract to Clair Concrete, Inc. for $409,190 (unanimous)
• Ratified California Oral Health Program Grant Agreement 22-10167 for $715,565 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,620 for KnowBe4 cyber security training subscription (unanimous)
• Waived bidding and ratified $13,365 Dell server license purchase (unanimous)
• Approved LSC Transportation Amendment 3 increasing contract by $21,790 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-28 for Lone Pine Solar Project notice of completion (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors is convening a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The session focuses on the County Administrator's employment and performance, as well as labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations.

• Public employment and performance evaluation of the County Administrator
• Labor negotiations with Deputy Sheriff’s Association (DSA)
• Labor negotiations with Inyo County Employees Association (ICEA)
• Labor negotiations with Inyo County Correctional Officers Association (ICCOA)
• Labor negotiations with Inyo County Probation Peace Officers Association (ICPPOA)

The Board of Supervisors met in special session on August 5, 2022. The only substantive item was a closed session to discuss public employment, performance evaluation, and labor negotiations. County Counsel reported that no action was taken during closed session that is required to be reported. The meeting adjourned after less than three hours with no other decisions.

• No reportable action taken during closed session

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The Board of Supervisors will discuss calling an election for a Transient Occupancy Tax on short-term rentals in unincorporated areas. The meeting also includes reviews of county purchasing policies and emergency dwelling habitation rules.

• Proposed Transient Occupancy Tax on unincorporated short-term rentals for Nov 8, 2022 election
• Vehicle maintenance purchase orders for Bishop Automotive ($90,000) and Mr. K's ($40,000)
• Ordinance 1286 to permit habitation of temporary emergency dwellings after a disaster
• License agreement with Skydive Yosemite for use of Lone Pine/Death Valley Airport
• Proposed Ordinance 1285 to repeal and replace Title VI of the Inyo County Code regarding purchasing

The Board approved a resolution to place a measure on the November 8, 2022 ballot asking voters to extend the Transient Occupancy Tax to campgrounds and RV parks, and introduced the corresponding ordinance. The motion passed 4-1, with Supervisor Roeser voting no. The Board also approved several other items, including surplus vehicle sale, blanket purchase orders, ordinances, and a license agreement for skydiving at the Lone Pine/Death Valley Airport.

• Approved Resolution 2022-26 calling election on TOT for campgrounds/RV parks (4-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 1284 to extend TOT to short-term rentals, subject to voter approval
• Declared Ford F450 truck surplus and authorized sale via Public Surplus (unanimous)
• Authorized blanket POs for vehicle maintenance: Bishop Automotive $90,000, Mr. K's $40,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1282 amending insurance requirements (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1283 repealing MH foundations section (unanimous)
• Authorized MOU with BLM for Silver Peak Transmission project NEPA process (unanimous)
• Approved license agreement with Skydive Mount Whitney for Lone Pine/Death Valley Airport (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors will discuss potential ballot measures for the Transient Occupancy Tax and hold a public hearing on zoning ordinance amendments. Other business includes labor negotiations and fee waivers for Fairview Fire recovery.

• Resolution No. 2022-25 to waive certain fees for Fairview Fire recovery
• Proposed ordinance amending Inyo County Code Section 12.18.100 regarding insurance requirements
• Proposed ordinance repealing Inyo County Code Section 18.78.350
• Public hearing on zoning ordinance amending Section 18.44.030(G) and adding several other sections
• Discussion on Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and possible ballot measures

The Board decided not to place a proposed increase of the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) from 12% to 14% on the November ballot, but voted 3-2 to add a measure to levy the TOT on campgrounds and RV parks. They also directed staff to explore placing the 4% operator allowance into a trust. Other actions included approving a fee waiver resolution for Fairview Fire recovery and adopting an outdoor seating ordinance.

• Approved Resolution 2022-25 waiving fees for Fairview Fire recovery (5-0)
• Directed staff to return with a workshop on rescinding the 4% operator allowance and placing it in a trust (5-0)
• Voted not to place a TOT increase on the November ballot (5-0)
• Voted to add levying TOT on campgrounds and RV parks to the November ballot (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 1281 allowing continued outdoor seating (4-0)
• Waived reading of insurance requirements ordinance, scheduled enactment for Aug 2 (4-0)
• Waived reading of mobilehome foundation ordinance, scheduled enactment for Aug 2 (4-0)
• Approved letter of support for Caltrans Reconnecting Communities Pilot grant (4-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will discuss a local emergency proclamation regarding the Fairview Fire in the West Bishop area. The body is also reviewing several contracts for health services, homeless consultation, and legal representation.

• Ratification of local emergency declaration for the Fairview Fire
• Agreement with County Medical Services Program for Local Indigent Care Needs Implementation Grant not to exceed $649,538.00
• Contract with Symmetric Solutions, Inc. for HMIS and CE consulting services not to exceed $33,600.00
• Request to consolidate Southern Inyo Healthcare District election with the November 8, 2022 General Election
• Discussion on maintenance and lease options for Mendenhall Park in Big Pine

The Board unanimously ratified Resolution 2022-24 declaring a local emergency due to the Fairview Fire. It also approved several routine items including election results certification, a 401(k) plan agreement, and multiple contracts. The Board directed staff to negotiate with LADWP for a long-term lease of the Mendenhall Park area in Big Pine.

• Ratified local emergency declaration for Fairview Fire (unanimous)
• Declared elected persons and results for June primary election (unanimous)
• Approved AIG 401(k) Plan Adoption Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved assignment of legal agreement to Fennemore Wendel LLP (unanimous)
• Adopted AB 361 findings for remote meetings (unanimous)
• Authorized DA to sign victim/witness grant documents (unanimous)
• Approved LICN grant agreement up to $649,538 (unanimous)
• Approved sole-source contract with Symmetric Solutions for $33,600 (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors will discuss various county contracts, personnel changes, and a legal conference regarding litigation with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. The meeting includes a presentation on proposed updates to the county purchasing policy.

• Legal services contract with Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo for $320,000
• Pharmaceutical services contract with Dwayne's Friendly Pharmacy up to $650,000
• Payment to DFM Associates for software license maintenance of $15,720
• Professional services contract for Assistant Treasurer-Tax Collector at $8,012 per month
• MOU with Altrusa International Foundation of Eastern Sierra for $4,538

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several contracts and appointments, including a $320,000 legal services contract, a $650,000 pharmacy services contract, and reappointments to the Bishop Fire District. They also canceled the July 26, 2022 regular meeting and ratified a prior-year payment to Southern Inyo Hospital. No action was taken in closed session.

• Canceled July 26, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Reappointed Suzanne Butler, Scott Marcellin, Michael Holland to Bishop Fire District (unanimous)
• Approved $15,720 DFM Associates software license payment (unanimous)
• Ratified $16,526.15 prior-year payment to Southern Inyo Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved $320,000 legal services contract with Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo (unanimous)
• Approved $4,538 MOU with Altrusa for Dolly Parton Imagination Library (unanimous)
• Approved $650,000 pharmacy contract with Dwayne's Friendly Pharmacy (unanimous)
• Approved $12,700 Film Commissioner contract amendment with Chris Langley (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors will consider several consent agenda items including library pension liabilities and various health and human services contracts. The meeting also includes a public hearing on assessment appeals local rules and a presentation regarding infrastructure upgrades in Bishop.

• Library pension liability payment not to exceed $17,500
• Health & Human Services grant increase of $1,143,226.00
• Anne Sippi Clinic Treatment Group residential placement contract up to $81,000
• Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital psychiatric services up to $50,000
• The SmithWaters Group mental health advocacy agreement up to $21,600

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several consent agenda items, including a $1,143,226 increase to a California Department of Public Health grant, contracts for behavioral health services, and a juvenile detention facility agreement. They also adopted the Lower Owens River Project Annual Work Plan and approved local assessment appeals rules. All motions were unanimous.

• Approved $17,500 payment for library pension liability (unanimous)
• Approved amended CDPH grant increase of $1,143,226 (unanimous)
• Approved Anne Sippi Clinic contract up to $81,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital contract up to $50,000 (unanimous)
• Approved SmithWaters Group sole-source contract up to $21,600 (unanimous)
• Approved I.D.E.A. Consulting sole-source contract up to $15,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Tuolumne County contract amendment for juvenile detention (unanimous)
• Adopted Lower Owens River Project Annual Work Plan (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation and conduct a site tour regarding the Fish Springs Fish Hatchery. The meeting also includes several contract approvals and a proposed ordinance regarding military equipment.

• Proposed Ordinance 1280 adopting Sheriff's Office policy on military equipment per AB 481
• Contract with The Ferguson Group, LLC for Federal Advocacy Services not to exceed $101,000
• Contract with Bakersfield Recovery Services, Inc. for residential alcohol and drug treatment not to exceed $30,000
• Agreement with LexisNexis for legal information subscription not to exceed $17,892
• Resolution No. 2022-22 for the recording of a Notice of Completion for the Cactus Flats Road project

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved several routine items, including a letter of support for the Silver Peaks Apartment project, a contract amendment with The Ferguson Group for federal advocacy services, a LexisNexis legal information subscription, a contract with Bakersfield Recovery Services for residential treatment, a contract extension with First 5 California, a memorandum of understanding with Inyo County Superior Court for pretrial release, a notice of completion for the Cactus Flat Road project, and Ordinance 1280 adopting the Sheriff's Office military equipment policy. The board also approved budget amendments transferring $85,624 between funds and a resolution directing the Eastern Sierra Council of Governments to apply for broadband consortium funding. A workshop and field trip on Fish Springs groundwater concerns were held, but no decisions were made on that topic.

• Approved letter of support for Silver Peaks Apartment project (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Ferguson Group contract, extending to June 30, 2023, not to exceed $101,000 (unanimous)
• Approved LexisNexis contract for legal information, not to exceed $17,892 for 3 years (unanimous)
• Approved Bakersfield Recovery Services contract for residential treatment, not to exceed $30,000 (unanimous)
• Approved First 5 California contract extension, not to exceed $90,772.92 (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Inyo County Superior Court for pretrial release program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-22 for Cactus Flat Road project notice of completion (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1280 adopting Sheriff's military equipment policy (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors will review the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and discuss policies regarding military equipment for the Sheriff's Office and District Attorney. The meeting includes various contract approvals for waste hauling, legal services, and public safety equipment.

• Proposed Ordinance 1279 regarding District Attorney policy on military equipment pursuant to AB 481
• Proposed ordinance regarding Sheriff's Office policy on military equipment pursuant to AB 481
• Waste hauling contract for Olancha, Keeler, and Darwin with Preferred Septic and Disposal not to exceed $286,055.81
• Purchase of one 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willy's Sport not to exceed $50,267
• Purchase of 13 Safariland armored vests and carriers not to exceed $24,766

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the modified FY 2021-2022 budget as the preliminary FY 2022-2023 budget, and approved numerous contracts and amendments, including for waste hauling, legal services, and behavioral health. The board also introduced ordinances on military equipment for the Sheriff's Office and District Attorney, and directed staff to include state housing element requirements despite concerns.

• Adopted preliminary FY 2022-2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Motor Pool spending increase with Bishop Automotive by $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Shaw Consulting service agreement up to $30,000 (unanimous)
• Approved CalServe Inc. Amendment 4 extending term to June 20, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Cassidy Johnston personal services contract up to $40,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-19 appointing Environmental Health as AB 1276 enforcement agency (unanimous)
• Introduced Sheriff's military equipment ordinance, set adoption for June 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Jeep Wrangler for Sheriff's Office up to $50,267 (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing regarding commercial cannabis cultivation licenses in zones 4 and 5G. The meeting also includes numerous contract approvals for public defender services, coroner services, and county maintenance.

• Public hearing on commercial cannabis business licenses for cultivation in zones 4 and 5G
• Public Defender contracts for Gerard B. Harvey ($486,000), Terry K. Walker ($396,000), Elizabeth Corpora ($432,000), and Mark A. Johnson ($493,650)
• Purchase of a Truxor Amphibious Tool Machine from FloridAquatic not to exceed $190,000
• Contract for autopsy services with Eva S. Wasef, M.D. not to exceed $175,000
• Proposed ordinance adopting the District Attorney Policy Regarding Military Equipment Pursuant to AB 481

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved numerous contracts and agreements, including public defender services, a Truxor amphibious machine purchase, and various health and public works contracts. They also conditionally approved cannabis cultivation licenses for Glacier Fed Farms and Tree Farm LLC, and identified several county-owned parcels for potential housing development. All motions were unanimous except for the approval of May 17 meeting minutes, which passed 4-0-1 with Supervisor Pucci abstaining.

• Approved public defender contracts with Gerard Harvey ($486,000), Terry Walker ($396,000), Elizabeth Corpora ($432,000), and Mark Johnson ($493,650) for 2022-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Truxor Amphibious Tool Machine from FloridAquatic for up to $190,000 (unanimous)
• Conditionally approved cannabis cultivation licenses for Glacier Fed Farms and Tree Farm LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $1,564,373 contract with California Department of Aging for senior services (unanimous)
• Approved $42,189.91 AB109 reimbursement to Bishop PD for mobile data computers (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 60 Glock pistols from ProForce for $27,716 (unanimous)
• Consolidated Healthcare District election with November 8, 2022 Statewide General Election (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 17, 2022 meeting (4-0-1, Pucci abstaining)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss and decide on a range of items, including closed-session litigation and labor negotiations, as well as open-session items like proclamations, consent agenda contracts, and a budget report. Key actions include approving contracts for services, a propane supply agreement, and a financial report, along with a presentation on the transient occupancy tax.

• Closed session: litigation with Wilder Barton Inc. and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (eminent domain cases)
• Contract amendment with AccompanyCo, increasing by $25,000 to $86,238
• Propane supply contract with Hunt Propane, up to $750,000 over three years
• Approve plans for Diaz Lake Water System Project
• Presentation on Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and proposed amendments

The Board approved a proclamation declaring June 2022 as Pride Month in Inyo County, with Supervisor Roeser abstaining and Supervisor Pucci absent, following extensive public comment both in support and opposition. The Board also approved several contracts and budget items, including an amendment to the AccompanyCo contract, a $54,000 payment to Superion LLC, and a $750,000 propane contract with Hunt Propane. No action was taken in closed session that required reporting.

• Approved Pride Month proclamation for June 2022 (3-0-1, Roeser abstaining)
• Approved AccompanyCo Amendment 2, extending contract to Dec 31, 2022 and increasing by $25,000 (4-0)
• Authorized annual Superion LLC payment up to $54,000 for FY 2022-23 (4-0)
• Approved $750,000 Hunt Propane contract for liquefied propane gas (4-0)
• Awarded Lone Pine HHS HVAC contract to Mojave Desert Heating and Cooling for $24,000 (4-0)
• Approved Diaz Lake Water System project plans and specs (4-0)
• Accepted FY 2021-22 Third Quarter Financial Report and approved budget actions (4-0)
• Approved contract for Darcia Blackdeer-Lent as HHS Deputy Director Aging and Social Services at $8,807/month (4-0)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss ongoing litigation with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) over water rights, including a potential lawsuit over reduced irrigation deliveries. The board will also consider routine consent items such as software purchases, contract amendments, and a road sign purchase.

• Closed session on existing litigation with LADWP (Kern County cases)
• Closed session on anticipated litigation over LADWP water delivery reduction
• Purchase of 3 Microsoft Windows Server licenses from Dell for $16,331.41
• Increase in El Dorado juvenile detention rates to $350-$475 per day
• Caltrans agreement for $773,353 for federal highway funds

The Board of Supervisors directed its Standing Committee representatives to insist that LADWP present a plan for reducing water usage in Los Angeles before Inyo agrees to any reduction in water allotments, and to reiterate the County's stance on LADWP's draft pumping plan with dispute resolution as an option. The Board also approved multiple routine contracts, resolutions, and personnel actions, all unanimously 4-0 with Supervisor Kingsley absent.

• Directed Standing Committee reps to require LADWP water reduction plan before agreeing to allotment cuts
• Approved $16,331.41 Dell purchase order for Microsoft licenses (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-16 designating professionals for 5150 holds (4-0)
• Approved Siemens contract amendment extending to June 30, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Tulare County contract amendment extending to June 30, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved El Dorado County modified contract with increased daily rates (4-0)
• Approved CALTRANS agreement for $773,353 total (4-0)
• Approved TEAM contract amendment increasing not-to-exceed to $968,309 (4-0)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider routine consent items, including contracts for COVID-19 services and a roofing project, and hold a public hearing to establish fees for licensing dangerous or vicious dogs. They will also receive presentations on CMSP programs and wildfire conditions. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approving minutes and a proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month.

• Public hearing and resolution to set fees for dangerous/vicious dog licenses (Resolution 2022-15)
• Agreement with Tri-County Fairgrounds for COVID-19 vaccination ($800/day) and testing ($500/day) services through June 2023
• Purchase from Source Creative Office Interiors for $10,126.55
• Construction contract with A Plus Roofing for $24,960.00
• Presentation on wildfire conditions from Inyo National Forest and BLM

The Board unanimously approved a contract with the 18th District Agricultural Association (Tri-County Fairgrounds) for COVID-19 vaccination and testing services, with daily rates not exceeding $800 and $500 respectively, through June 30, 2023. They also approved a $24,960 roofing contract with A Plus Roofing, authorized a bulletproof vest program application, amended Behavioral Health staffing, and adopted a resolution establishing fees for dangerous and vicious dog licenses.

• Approved Tri-County Fairgrounds contract for COVID-19 services (unanimous)
• Approved $24,960 A Plus Roofing construction contract (unanimous)
• Authorized Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Program application (unanimous)
• Amended Behavioral Health authorized strength: deleted part-time, added full-time psychotherapist (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-15 establishing dangerous dog license fees (unanimous)
• Approved $10,126.55 in purchases from Source Creative Office Interiors (unanimous)
• Adopted AB 361 findings for remote meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 12 and 19, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider routine consent items, including contracts and appointments, and to discuss several policy matters. Key discussions include the LADWP draft pumping plan, proposed military equipment policies from the District Attorney and Sheriff, and a workshop on Owens Valley conditions. The board will also consider road funding resolutions and a contract for planning services.

• Contract with HELIX Environmental Planning Inc. for planning services, not to exceed $60,758.50
• Payment of $26,614.44 to Aspendell Mutual Water Company for sewer lateral relocation at 281 Columbine Road
• Contract with Road and Highway Builders for Cactus Flats Road construction, not to exceed $239,405.54
• Presentation and direction on proposed military equipment policies under Assembly Bill 481
• Resolution to identify projects for SB 1 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Funds

The Board reached consensus that LADWP's proposed 2022-2023 groundwater pumping range (67,210-86,300 acre-feet) is too high, even at the low end, and directed staff to respond accordingly, recommending amounts closer to the Water Commission's and staff's recommendations. The Board also approved several contracts and appointments, including a sole-source contract with HELIX Environmental Planning for $60,758.50 and a contract with Road and Highway Builders for $239,405.54 for Cactus Flats Road construction. All motions were unanimous.

• Consensus to tell LADWP its low-range pumping is too high (unanimous)
• Approved Contract Amendment No. 1 with California Indian Legal Services for CARES funding (unanimous)
• Appointed Darcia Blackdeer-Lent to First 5 Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Contract Amendment No. 1 with Community Service Solutions for COVID-19 PPE funding (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with City of Bishop for REAP grant funding (unanimous)
• Declared HELIX Environmental Planning sole-source and approved $60,758.50 contract (unanimous)
• Approved $26,614.44 payment to Aspendell Mutual Water Company (unanimous)
• Approved $239,405.54 contract with Road and Highway Builders for Cactus Flats Road (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors is holding its annual Southeast Inyo meeting, starting with a tour of Xanterra's remodeled facilities in Death Valley, followed by a workshop with presentations from tribal, park, and community organizations. Later in Tecopa, the board will hear reports from local districts and departments, and consider consent items including a contract amendment and a road materials purchase.

• Tour of Xanterra's remodeled facilities at the Ranch at the Oasis
• Workshop with Timbisha-Shoshone Tribe, Death Valley National Park, and others
• Contract Amendment No. 11 with Gregory L. James, Water/Environmental Attorney, extending term to June 30, 2023
• Purchase of mastic material and kettle rental from SealMaster for up to $94,259.70
• Reports on Tecopa Water Kiosk, Tecopa Sewer Lagoon, and commercial cannabis

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors met in a special session that included a tour and workshop, then approved two items: Amendment No. 11 to the contract with Gregory L. James, extending it to June 30, 2023, and a sole-source purchase from SealMaster for mastic material and kettle rental not to exceed $94,259.70. Both motions passed unanimously 4-0, with Supervisor Griffiths absent. The meeting also included public comments and department reports, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Amendment No. 11 to contract with Gregory L. James, extending term to June 30, 2023 (4-0)
• Declared SealMaster of Bakersfield, CA successful bidder for mastic material and kettle rental per Bid No. RD22-01 (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of two truck loads of mastic material and six months' kettle rental from SealMaster, not to exceed $94,259.70 (4-0)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss a range of items, including closed-session labor negotiations and existing litigation, as well as open-session items like proclamations, department reports, and consent agenda contracts. The board will also receive updates on the Broadband Task Force and the Owens Valley Groundwater Authority, and consider a memorandum of understanding for a rural jobs accelerator partnership.

• Closed session on labor negotiations with multiple employee associations
• Closed session on litigation with Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
• Contract amendment with Microsoft to eliminate annual payment limit
• Contract award to YouVee Solar LLC for Lone Pine Solid Waste Solar Project ($54,600)
• Deaccession and transfer of Lepidoptera Collection to Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

The Board of Supervisors unanimously declared a local emergency due to the April 11 windstorm and waived landfill disposal fees for storm debris through April 19. They also approved several contracts and agreements, including a solar project contract, a Microsoft contract amendment, and a deaccession of a butterfly collection. No action was taken in closed session that required reporting.

• Declared local emergency for windstorm (unanimous)
• Waived landfill fees for storm debris April 12-19 (unanimous)
• Approved $54,600 contract with YouVee Solar for Lone Pine Solid Waste Solar Project (unanimous)
• Amended Microsoft contract to eliminate annual payment limit (unanimous)
• Approved $182,275 increase in CDA contract AP-2122-16 (unanimous)
• Approved deaccession of butterfly collection to Natural History Museum of LA County (unanimous)
• Reappointed Kathi Hall, appointed Sheyanne Quilter and Matthew Royce to Lone Pine Architectural Design Review Board (unanimous)
• Approved MOU for Eastern Sierra Rural Jobs Accelerator Partnership (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Ordinance 1278, adding Chapter 18.74 on outdoor lighting to the Inyo County Code, and certified CEQA compliance. The board also approved multiple contracts, appointments, and personnel changes, all unanimously. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved Ordinance 1278 (Outdoor Lighting) (5-0)
• Approved $14,250 payment to Pacific Grove Hospital for involuntary hospitalization (5-0)
• Approved ESAAA 2022-2023 Area Plan Update with set funding percentages (5-0)
• Appointed Esther Hampton to First 5 Commission (5-0)
• Approved Helix Environmental Planning contract amendment (5-0)
• Approved DB Stevens hydrological services contract amendment up to $70,000 (5-0)
• Approved Healthy Communities delinquency prevention contract up to $31,840 (5-0)
• Approved Bishop PD reimbursement of $46,131.19 for radios (5-0)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved a $100,000 grant to Inyo-Mono Advocates for Community Action (IMACA) with a condition that a budget and forecast be delivered within six months, voting 4-1. The board also authorized letters of opposition to Senate Bill 866 (3-2), Senate Bill 871 (4-1), and Assembly Bill 1993 (4-0-1). Several contracts and resolutions were approved unanimously, including a public defender contract and a sole-source contract for Redwood Toxicology Laboratory.

• Approved $100,000 grant to IMACA with budget condition (4-1)
• Authorized letter opposing SB 866 (3-2)
• Authorized letter opposing SB 871 (4-1)
• Authorized letter opposing AB 1993 (4-0-1)
• Approved Terry Walker public defender contract up to $335,700 (unanimous)
• Approved Redwood Toxicology sole-source contract up to $100,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Cardno environmental/engineering contract up to $402,545.86 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-10 opting out of mandatory organics collection (unanimous)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $2,361,256 contract with the Inyo County Office of Education for Mental Health Student Services through June 2026, contingent on future budget approval. The board also approved a $13,500 noxious weed control contract with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, reappointed two Fish and Wildlife Commission members, and adopted AB 361 findings for remote meetings. The 2021 General Plan Annual Progress Report was approved 4-0 with Supervisor Pucci absent.

• Approved $2,361,256 mental health student services contract with Inyo County Office of Education (unanimous)
• Approved $13,500 noxious weed control contract with California Department of Fish and Wildlife (unanimous)
• Reappointed Warren Allsup and John Frederickson to Fish & Wildlife Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted AB 361 findings for remote meeting participation (unanimous)
• Approved Board Governance and Rules of Procedure as amended (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 General Plan Annual Progress Report (4-0, Pucci absent)
• Declared Manatron sole-source provider and approved hosting agreement (4-0, Pucci absent)
• Approved $18,138 blanket purchase order for postage meter (unanimous)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to discuss existing litigation with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. In open session, the board will consider routine consent items, including contracts, appointments, and a solar project, as well as public comments and reports.

• Closed session on litigation with LADWP (multiple court cases)
• Approve $200,000 subcontract with Advocates for Human Potential
• Approve $6,956.95 payment to Southern Inyo Hospital for inmate medical services
• Approve plans for Lone Pine Solid Waste Solar Project
• Approve contract with American Security Group up to $23,490 for security system maintenance

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider a range of routine and financial items, including a mid-year budget report with specific adjustments, several purchase authorizations, and a public hearing on an appeal. The agenda includes a closed session on litigation with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, and a report on climate adaptation measures for electric infrastructure.

• Approve mid-year budget report and specific budget actions (4/5ths vote required)
• Authorize $122,500 purchase order for Nutanix server infrastructure
• Approve $2,499,444 grant for Mental Health Student Services Act
• Public hearing on Appeal No. 2021-02 (Bush Management Company)
• Authorize purchase of mosquito insecticides up to $12,311.03

The Board unanimously upheld Appeal No. 2021-02 filed by Bush Management Company (BMC), reversing the Planning Commission's revocation of BMC's Conditional Use Permit. The Board also approved numerous routine items, including a $2.5M mental health grant, a $371K road grader purchase, and the FY 2021-22 Mid-Year Financial Report.

• Upheld Appeal No. 2021-02 (BMC), restoring Conditional Use Permit (unanimous)
• Approved $2,499,444 MHSOAC grant for Mental Health Student Services Act (unanimous)
• Approved $371,418.50 purchase order for John Deere 672G Road Grader (unanimous)
• Approved $184,363.60 purchase order for Dodge 550 truck (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2021-22 Mid-Year Financial Report and budget actions (unanimous)
• Approved $122,500 purchase order to Roundstone Solutions for IT infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved $7,088.66 ADAPCO sole-source purchase for mosquito insecticides (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-05 appointing Tecopa Cemetery District board (unanimous)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors met in special session and unanimously reappointed Serena Johnson and Kat Duncan to three-year terms on the Child Care Planning Council. The board also unanimously adopted findings under AB 361 to continue meeting remotely due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. No action was taken in closed session.

• Reappointed Serena Johnson to a three-year term on the Child Care Planning Council ending November 4, 2024, under the 'Representing Community' category.
• Reappointed Kat Duncan to a three-year term on the Child Care Planning Council ending November 4, 2024, under the 'Representing Public Agency' category.
• Adopted findings pursuant to AB 361 that the board reconsidered the COVID-19 state of emergency and that local officials continue to recommend social distancing measures, impacting the ability to meet safely in person.

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The Board unanimously denied Appeal No. 2021-01 by Shade Grown Farms, upholding the Planning Commission's revocation of the cannabis cultivator's Conditional Use Permit due to non-compliance with building codes. The Board also approved several personnel actions, including new positions and hiring, and authorized a purchase order for a tractor.

• Denied Appeal 2021-01 (Shade Grown Farms) to revoke cannabis Conditional Use Permit (unanimous)
• Approved adding Term-Limited Equity & Diversity Coordinator position and hiring (unanimous)
• Approved hiring one Office Technician I-III in HHS (unanimous)
• Approved revised Prevention Specialist I-III job description and hiring (unanimous)
• Approved hiring one Prevention Program Manager (unanimous)
• Approved hiring one Office Technician I-III in Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved hiring three Seasonal Park & Campground Maintenance Helpers (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase order up to $192,655.06 for John Deere tractor with mowers (unanimous)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on anticipated litigation, followed by open session items including new employee introductions, public comment, and department reports. The board will consider several personnel actions, including hiring an Administrative Analyst, Office Clerk, HHS Innovations and Grant Manager, and Behavioral Health positions, as well as approving consent agenda items such as a reappointment, software payment, and grant support letter. A presentation on the status of short-term rentals in the county is also scheduled.

• Approve $16,134.34 payment to Dominion Voting Systems for software license and warranty
• Ratify $13,500 payment to Meliora Public Safety Consulting
• Approve hiring of HHS Innovations and Grant Manager (Range 80, $6,259-$7,613)
• Reclassify Progress House Manager to MHSA/Compliance Manager (Range 80)
• Receive presentation on short-term rental status

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved several personnel actions, including new hires and reclassifications in Health and Human Services, and ratified payments for election software and consulting. All motions passed unanimously. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine administrative approvals.

• Approved hiring one Administrative Analyst I in Auditor-Controller (unanimous)
• Approved hiring one Office Clerk III in HHS (unanimous)
• Approved adding HHS Innovations and Grant Manager position and hiring (unanimous)
• Approved reclassifying Progress House Manager to MHSA/Compliance Manager and adding Progress House Supervisor/Trainee (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Social Worker IV/Psychotherapist in HHS Behavioral Health (unanimous)
• Reappointed Richard Baker to Independence Cemetery Board (unanimous)
• Approved $16,134.34 payment to Dominion Voting Systems (unanimous)
• Ratified $13,500 payment to Meliora Public Safety Consulting (unanimous)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved several personnel actions, including new positions for an Administrative Legal Assistant, Animal Control Officer, and Office Technician, all with unanimous votes. They also approved contract amendments, a COVID-19 MOU, a sole-source purchase order, and resolutions for easements and airport parking rates. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved Administrative Legal Assistant job description and hiring (unanimous)
• Approved Animal Control Officer I/II hiring and backfill (unanimous)
• Approved Office Technician I/II hiring (unanimous)
• Appointed Brittany Nelson to Child Care Planning Council (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 3 to Jarvis Fay Gibson LLP contract, not to exceed $190,000 (unanimous)
• Appointed Josie Rogers and Lindsey Ricci to First 5 Commission (unanimous)
• Ratified 2022 CDPH COVID Investigation MOU (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-04 setting Bishop Airport parking rates (unanimous)

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This is a special meeting of the Inyo County Board of Supervisors. The board will conduct interviews of applicants for the position of Inyo County Sheriff, then deliberate and possibly make an appointment or schedule one for the next meeting. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19.

• Conduct interviews for Inyo County Sheriff applicants
• Deliberate and possibly appoint Sheriff or schedule appointment

The Board of Supervisors interviewed three candidates for the vacant Sheriff position and unanimously appointed Acting Sheriff Eric Pritchard to serve out the remainder of the term. The appointment was made after discussion and public comment, with the winner of the 2022 election taking office in January 2023.

• Appointed Acting Sheriff Eric Pritchard to the Office of Sheriff (unanimous)
• Interviewed three candidates for Sheriff: Pritchard, Rennie, and Johnston
• Noted one candidate withdrew, leaving three to be considered

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider routine consent items, including contracts for toxicology services, patrol vehicles, asphalt, and waste hauling, as well as appointments to advisory boards. The board will also hold a closed session for employee evaluation and labor negotiations, and a public hearing to appoint itself as the governing board of the Tecopa Cemetery District. The meeting will be held online due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approve Amendment No. 2 to contract with Central Valley Toxicology, Inc., increasing to $43,000
• Authorize purchase order of $83,489.17 to West Coast Lights and Sirens for three Explorer Interceptors, one K-9 unit, and one Expedition patrol unit
• Declare Granite Construction Company successful bidder for 2,700 tons of plant mixed asphalt, total not to exceed $425,914.20
• Approve Amendment No. 1 to contract with Preferred Septic and Disposal, increasing not-to-exceed amount from $180,000 to $200,000
• Hold hearing to appoint itself governing board of Tecopa Cemetery District

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously appointed itself as the governing board of the Tecopa Cemetery District after a public hearing with no protests. The board also approved several contracts and appointments, including a toxicology contract amendment, a purchase order for patrol vehicles, and appointments to advisory boards. No action was taken in closed session that required reporting.

• Appointed Board of Supervisors as governing board of Tecopa Cemetery District (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 2 to Central Valley Toxicology contract, increasing to $43,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase order of $83,489.17 to West Coast Lights and Sirens for patrol vehicles (unanimous)
• Appointed Michelle Saenz and Jason Forehand to Behavioral Health Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved Peer Specialist Certification agreement with California Mental Health Services Authority (unanimous)
• Reappointed Joann Poncho, Kelli Davis, and Patti Hamic-Christensen to Eastern Sierra Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council (unanimous)
• Awarded bid to Granite Construction for asphalt, not to exceed $425,914.20 (unanimous)
• Approved campground reservation at Portuguese Joe Campground for October 6-9, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for litigation, a public employee evaluation, and labor negotiations. In open session, they will hear a presentation on American Rescue Plan Act funds and discuss potential uses, review the county's participation in the Owens Valley Groundwater Authority, and consider several personnel actions and contracts.

• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act funds allocated to Inyo County
• Review of continued participation in Owens Valley Groundwater Authority Joint Powers Agreement
• Contract with Anna Scott as HHS Assistant Director at $10,204/month
• Contract with Kimball Pier as Deputy Director, Behavioral Health at $8,807/month
• Blanket purchase order up to $45,000 to Dell Marketing LP for computer equipment

The Board unanimously approved several personnel actions, including a new Registered Dietitian Nutritionist position, three seasonal field assistants, and contracts for an Assistant HHS Director and a Behavioral Health Deputy Director. It also authorized a $45,000 Dell purchase order and $21,666 in CWDA dues, and directed staff to keep ARPA funds in the current fund pending further proposals. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved amended Registered Dietitian Nutritionist job description and authorized strength change (unanimous)
• Approved hiring three seasonal Field Assistants for April-September 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Anna Scott as HHS Assistant Director at $10,204/month (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Kimball Pier as Behavioral Health Deputy Director at $8,807/month (unanimous)
• Reclassified one Limited Term Registered Nurse to permanent (unanimous)
• Authorized $45,000 blanket purchase order to Dell Marketing LP (unanimous)
• Authorized $21,666 payment to CWDA for FY 2021-2022 dues (unanimous)
• Directed staff to keep ARPA funds in current fund and return with proposals (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold its first 2022 meeting, electing a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, and receiving reports on closed-session litigation and COVID-19. The board will also consider personnel actions, including reclassifying and hiring an Emergency Services Manager and hiring an Engineering Assistant. Consent items include reimbursing the Laws Railroad Museum $39,820 for repairs, approving a $50,000 psychiatric inpatient services agreement, and adopting the 2022 Investment Policy.

• Reclassify Emergency Services Manager from Range 82 to Range 78 and hire one at $5,971-$7,255/month
• Hire Engineering Assistant I/II or Civil Engineer Assistant at ranges $5,058-$6,761/month
• Reimburse Laws Railroad Museum $39,820 for wall and roof repairs
• Approve $50,000 agreement with Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital for psychiatric inpatient services
• Adopt 2022 Statement of Investment Policy and Resolution delegating investment authority to Treasurer

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors elected Dan Totheroh as Chairperson and Jennifer Roeser as Vice Chairperson. The board unanimously approved several personnel actions, including reclassifying and hiring an Emergency Services Manager and an Engineering Assistant, as well as contracts and budget amendments for health services and other departments.

• Elected Dan Totheroh as Chairperson and Jennifer Roeser as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification and hiring of Emergency Services Manager at Range 78 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Engineering Assistant I/II or Engineer Assistant Civil (unanimous)
• Approved $39,820 reimbursement to Laws Railroad Museum for repairs (unanimous)
• Ratified FY 2021-22 Children's Medical Services Plan and Budgets (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 01 to behavioral health contract with CDHCS (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 contract with Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Statement of Investment Policy and Resolution No. 2022-01 (unanimous)