by News Staff | Jun 11, 2013 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Not just businesses, but also local government will face changes brought about by the Affordable Care Act. One of the provisions calls for mandatory health insurance or payment of penalties in organizations with 50 employees or more. When they meet in a retreat on...
by News Staff | Mar 27, 2013 | Government Agencies/Utilities
What should the Bishop City Council do in cases of emergency and disaster? In February, a day-long police stand-off with a man believed armed and ready to shoot officers raised that question for council members. Friday, they will hold a special meeting to address...
by News Staff | Mar 20, 2013 | Government Agencies/Utilities
The Bishop City Council recently voted to hire a local realtor to sell City-owned mobile homes when they become vacant. Since that vote, some citizens have pointed out that the sale of those homes will mean fewer affordable rentals in a city that is still short some...
by News Staff | Jan 21, 2013 | Government Agencies/Utilities
When former Bishop City Councilman Jeff Griffiths left to take a seat as an Inyo Supervisor, the rest of the Council faced filling the vacancy. It’s up to the council members to appoint someone or let the issue go to a special election. Bishop City Administrator...
by News Staff | Nov 27, 2012 | Government Agencies/Utilities
At the Bishop City Council meeting Monday night, newly elected officials stood up to be sworn in. Re-elected Council members Dave Stottlemyre and Laura Smith and newly elected Council member Pat Gardner took the oath. Retiring Council member Susan Cullen graciously...
