County of Mono

Key discussions during the meeting included the Bureau of Land Management's plans for fuel break work, utilizing various treatment methods and seeking better access for hauling trimmings. Liberty Utilities representatives provided an update on the local power system, noting that 94% of the system is in a high fire threat area, and discussed system upgrades, vegetation management, and the rollout of smart meters by September. Monthly reports covered updates on the establishment of a local Walker Fire-wise Community, personnel updates from the USFS (new LEO expected, vacant Range Management position), and the Planning department staffing with two new building inspectors. The committee also held elections for RPAC officers, approving nominations for Chair, Vice-chair, and Secretary.

The document outlines the process for evaluating Unmet Transit Needs, which involves engaging local transit providers and receiving input from the public and transit-dependent households. The evaluation results categorize needs as either reasonable to meet (which must be addressed before Transportation Development Act (TDA) funding is spent on roadway projects) or not reasonable to meet. Opportunities for providing input included this advisory committee meeting, a public hearing scheduled for April 13, 2026, before the Local Transportation Commission and Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC), and a Local Transportation Commission meeting on May 11, 2026.

The meeting commenced with the call to order and pledge of allegiance. Public comment focused heavily on the recent power outage, with citizens expressing significant dissatisfaction with Southern California Edison (SCE)'s performance, communication, and framing of the event as a natural disaster. Updates were provided regarding water conservation efforts following the outage. Key discussion items included a review of recent Brown Act legislative changes stemming from SB707, which affects public meetings, accessibility, and remote participation rules for advisory bodies like the Committee. Reports covered the power outage's impact on local businesses, community response, and communication failures. The CAC Chair reported on June Mountain operations. Other discussions involved planning updates, including new STR regulations, and member reports on local initiatives such as new apartment projects, STEM workshops, and the Chamber of Commerce. Future agenda items were planned to address private roads, the Community Garden, Gull Lake Park Electrical Enhancement, and another session with SCE.

The meeting agenda included a call to order and pledge of allegiance, followed by a public comment period for items not on the agenda. The consent agenda featured the approval of minutes from a previous meeting and receiving the financial statement with the Independent Auditor's Report for the year ending June 30, 2025. Key discussion items involved updates on Reds Meadow, the County Quarterly report, and the Town of Mammoth Lakes Quarterly report. Updates from Caltrans activities in Mono County were also scheduled. The transit section included discussions on Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) appointments, and updates from ESTA and YARTS. Future agenda items included a public hearing on Unmet Transit Needs, Overall Work Plan review, and funding discussions.

This Annual Plan outlines Mono County's strategy for the Juvenile Justice Realignment Block Grant program, focusing on county-based care, custody, and supervision for youth realigned from the state Division of Juvenile Justice. The plan addresses subcommittee composition, defines the target population, and details programs, services, and facilities. Key areas include applying grant funds for mental health, healthy adolescent development, family engagement, reentry strategies, and evidence-based practices. It also outlines efforts to retain the target population within the juvenile justice system and describes data collection and outcome measures to ensure appropriate rehabilitative services and successful reintegration into the community.