by News Staff | Feb 4, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Because of low snow, community indicators show a 30% reduction in visitor activity in Mammoth Lakes in January, according to Interim Town Manager Dan Holler. He says in his report to the Town Council that “If the conditions do not improve, this is expected to...
by News Staff | Feb 4, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
With a big budget shortfall next year, Inyo County government’s continued actions to raise employee pay has mystified some members of the public who have contacted our newsroom. The action at Tuesday’s Inyo Board meeting sets a new policy to review elected...
by News Staff | Feb 3, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
MLPD Adds Two New Reserve Officers (News Release) On Monday, February 3, Mammoth Lakes Town Clerk Jamie Gray swore in two new Reserve Police Officers. Jake Guido and Kevin Reynolds are the fifth and sixth Reserve Officers to join the MLPD in the past year. ...
by News Staff | Feb 3, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
The last election on the Mammoth Town Council came at a time when Town Government looked bleak and burdensome. Two candidates ran for two spots. No one else wanted to step forward in a painful situation. This time around, three seats are up for election and things...
by News Staff | Feb 3, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Even with some recent snow, severe drought continues throughout California. At today’s Inyo Supervisors meeting, Water Department officials want direction from the Board on how to engage with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power on a list of water...
by News Staff | Feb 3, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
One possibly good point about the severe lack of snow this year, Caltrans could open Highway 120, Tioga Pass much earlier than usual, maybe even right now. The Mono County Local Transportation Commission wrote a letter to Caltrans and Yosemite National Park with that...
by News Staff | Feb 3, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra hosts Operation Mountain Freedom By Andy Geisel, DSES Each year since 2007, Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra (DSES) proudly hosts our nation’s Wounded Warriors. The Warriors received personalized instruction in Alpine skiing,...
by News Staff | Feb 3, 2014 | General Misc. Stories, Government Agencies/Utilities, Law Enforcement
– Press release from the Inyo County Sheriff’s Office: On Friday January 31, 2014 at 3:30pm, Inyo County Sheriff’s Dispatch was notified that a physical altercation was in progress on North Barlow Lane in Bishop. Upon arrival, Sheriff’s Deputies were...
by News Staff | Feb 1, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Although rumors in Bishop indicated water problems with the City of Bishop Well #1, Public Works Director Dave Grah said that well “has always been troubled” with high flouride levels and is only used in emergencies as a stand-by. Grah said the two...
by News Staff | Feb 1, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
With skier visits down 37% and revenue off by more than $17 million due to the drought, Mammoth Mountain CEO Rusty Gregory let employees know that hours and days would be cut but no layoffs so far. Gregory announced at a Department Head meeting last week his decision...
by News Staff | Jan 31, 2014 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Photo of Mammoth Mountain from town by Barbara Richter who said, “She’s looking mighty pretty with Dave’s Cloud on top! Pray for more snow!” Amen to that.
by News Staff | Jan 31, 2014 | General Misc. Stories, Law Enforcement
CHP PRESS RELEASE: Planning is well underway for Super Bowl XLVIII. Along with that planning, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is reminding everyone to ensure they have a plan in place for getting home safely after the game. If you are planning that perfect Super...
