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Alpine County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 2.2% in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.2% of income in Alpine County, providing an average of $1,466 per capita to residents.

By East Sierra News | Mar 22, 2025

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Whitney Portal Road closed for emergency repairs after culvert damage

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors has approved an emergency contract to repair a culvert beneath Whitney Portal Road.

By East Sierra News | Mar 21, 2025

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Inyo County announces recipients of 2025 community project sponsorship grants

By East Sierra News | Mar 21, 2025

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors has announced the recipients of the 2025 Community Project Sponsorship Program (CPSP) competitive grants.

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Inyo County residents received $15,433 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 12th in California

By East Sierra News | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Inyo County received an average of $15,433 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 12th highest in California.

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Mono County: Income Maintenance made up 1.4% of total income in 2022

By East Sierra News | Mar 15, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.4% of income in Mono County, providing an average of $925 per capita to residents.

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Alpine County ranks fourth highest in California for per capita government transfer income at $18,056 in 2022

By East Sierra News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Alpine County received an average of $18,056 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it fourth highest in California.

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Alpine County ranks 21st in California for government transfer dependency at 26.7% in 2022

By East Sierra News | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 26.7% of income in Alpine County—ranking it 21st most dependent among California counties.

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Inyo County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.4% of income in 2022

By East Sierra News | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Inyo County, providing an average of $1,480 per capita to residents.

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Inyo County supervisors sworn into office; first meeting set for January

By East Sierra News | Jan 7, 2025

New and returning members of the Inyo County Board of Supervisors were sworn into office on January 6 at the historic Inyo County Courthouse.

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Inyo County honors officials ahead of their retirement

By East Sierra News | Dec 18, 2024

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors, alongside employees and community members, recently recognized Chairperson Matt Kingsley and District Attorney Tom Hardy as they prepare for retirement at the end of December.

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Jeff Griffiths assumes presidency of California State Association of Counties

By East Sierra News | Dec 2, 2024

Inyo County Supervisor Jeff Griffiths has been sworn in as the president of the California State Association of Counties (CSAC), a significant local-government advocacy group.

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Inyo County opens applications for community project sponsorship grants

By East Sierra News | Dec 2, 2024

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors has announced the availability of $40,000 in competitive grants aimed at supporting events and projects benefiting both residents and visitors in 2025.

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Inyo County seeks candidates for district attorney and treasurer-tax collector roles

By East Sierra News | Oct 30, 2024

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors is seeking candidates for the positions of District Attorney and Treasurer-Tax Collector.

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Inyo County joins national effort supporting veterans with Operation Green Light

By East Sierra News | Oct 18, 2024

Inyo County is set to participate in a nationwide initiative known as Operation Green Light for Veterans, which aims to show support for military veterans.

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Ready Inyo team launches photo contest for 2025 calendar

By East Sierra News | Oct 14, 2024

The Ready Inyo team has announced a photo contest open to all community members.

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Inyo County begins budget hearings for fiscal year 2024-2025

By East Sierra News | Sep 9, 2024

Budget hearings for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 CAO Recommended Budget will commence at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 10.

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RESULTS OF 2/29/2024 TAX AUCTION

By East Sierra News | Mar 12, 2024

Mar 12 2024The results of the Tax Auction held on February 29, 2024, have been announced by the organizers. According to the statement, "Here are the results from our Tax Auction that took place on February 29, 2024." The auction saw various properties being put up for sale, and the outcomes have now been made public.In light of the auction, it has been revealed that "Properties that did not sell will be reoffered on May 1, 2024." This decision allows another opportunity for interested buyers to acquire the properties that remained unsold during the...

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Employee Efforts Recognized and New Hires Welcomed at Inyo County Board Meeting

By East Sierra News | Mar 8, 2024

Inyo County Risk Manager Aaron Holmberg presented the annual Safety Awards for “Most Improved in Safety” at the recent Board meeting. The Wellness Center and the Agricultural Commissioner’s Office were recognized for their efforts in improving employee and facility site safety. Holmberg and Inyo County Safety Coordinator Tehauna Tiffany handed out the awards to the deserving recipients, who expressed gratitude for the teamwork involved in achieving this recognition.Department heads introduced several new employees to the County family, each receiving a golden trout pin...

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2nd Installment of 23/24 Secured Property Taxes Reminder from Inyo County Treasurer-Tax Collector

By East Sierra News | Feb 29, 2024

Inyo County residents are reminded that the 2nd installment of the 23/24 Secured property taxes is fast approaching. Alisha McMurtrie, the Inyo County Treasurer-Tax Collector, emphasized that these taxes are due on February 1st, 2024. Failure to make payments on or before April 10, 2024, will result in delinquency.McMurtrie stated, "Your payment will be delinquent if not paid on or before April 10, 2024, this office will accept a postmark only of April 10, 2024, as a timely payment." It is crucial for residents to ensure that their payments are made on time to avoid any...

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Inyo County in 2021

By East Sierra News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Inyo County received $236,399 more in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.