Mammoth Lakes City Council
May 1, 2024

Town Council Agenda

Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 4:00 p.m.
437 Old Mammoth Road, Suite Z, Mammoth Lakes
Members of the Town Council:

Mayor Bill Sauser, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Bubser, Councilmember Sarah Rea, Councilmember Amanda Rice, Councilmember John Wentworth NOTE: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Town Clerk at (760) 965-3602. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the Town to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (28 CFR 13.102-35.104 ADA Title II)
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Public Comment portion of the agenda provides the public with an opportunity to address the Town Council on matters not otherwise listed on the agenda. Under California law the Town Council is prohibited from generally discussing or taking action on items not included in the agenda; however, the Town Council may briefly respond to comments or questions from members of the public. Therefore, the Town Council will listen to all public comment, but will not generally discuss the matter or take action on it. Requests for service from the Town may also be made at the Town offices during regular business hours.

Members of the public desiring to speak on a matter appearing on the agenda should ask the Mayor for the opportunity to be heard when the item comes up for Council consideration.

4. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
Opportunity to add urgency items pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(b)2, if necessary.

5. INTRODUCTIONS

5.1 Introduce and swear in new Police Officer Brett Wang.

6. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND/OR DEPARTMENTS (AS NEEDED)

6.1 May 2024 Office of Outdoor Recreation Update.

6.2 Receive Mammoth Main Base Redevelopment Project (“Evolving Main”) Update (Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge Area).

6.3 Receive the monthly Parcel Affordable Housing Project Construction Update.

6.4 May 2024 Public Works Engineering CIP Update.

7. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS

7.1 Approve proclamation declaring May 5-11, 2024 as Public Service Recognition Week.

7.2 Receive a presentation from Placemate on the Lease to Locals Program.

8. CONSENT AGENDA

8.1 Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of April 3, 2024.

8.2 Award contract for the Chain Link Fence Repair FAC 24-002 to Tahoe Fence Co., Inc.

8.3 Accept Check Register 3/28/24 in the amount of $1,409,080.88. Accept Check Register 3/29/24 in the amount of $61,584.21. Accept Check Register 4/4/24 in the amount of $36,838.01. Accept Check Register 4/8/24 in the amount of $85,072.98.

Accept Check Register 4/10/24 in the amount of $368,074.25. Accept Check Register 4/11/24 in the amount of $313.00. Accept Check Register 4/24/24 in the amount of $1,385,539.80.

9. POLICY MATTERS

9.1 Inyo National Forest Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Grant Engagement & Public Comment.

9.2 Fiscal Year 24-25 Preliminary Budget (Department Requested).

10. COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
Informational reports from Councilmember representatives on committees, commissions, and organizations; general reports on Councilmember activities

11. ADJOURNMENT
The Town Council will adjourn to a regular meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Mammoth Lakes Town Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: May 2024 Office of Outdoor Recreation Update.

Council Meeting Date: 5/1/2024
Prepared by: Lawson Reif, Outdoor Recreation Manager
Recommended Motion: N/A
Summary: Attached is the May 2024 Office of Outdoor Recreation (OOR) Projects update. The document highlights many (but not all) of the ongoing projects within the OOR. The OOR will be providing once a month written updates in this manner to keep the Council and public informed of the work undertaken by the Office of Outdoor Recreation.

Office of Outdoor Recreation Update
May 2024 Update
Created April 24
th, 2024

PROJECT NOTES BUDGET/OTHER INFO
SHARP Trails 600+ page draft Archaeological
report being finalized by
STANTEC this week (22nd– 26th).

SNC Grant Budget: $953,414.00
SHARP
Trailhead
Trailhead contract was awarded
to Speiss Construction.

Trailhead work will begin in
Summer 2024 (ideally mid-July).

Interpretive signs in
development. Working with local
tribes on panels specific to
Native American history.

Public access plan being
developed with the Forest
Service.

Logs will need to be removed to
ensure contractor has the room
needed to perform the work.

SNC Grant Budget: $510,596.68
Forest Service
Snow Storage
Location
Developing soil sampling plan of
snow pit area in conjunction with
the USFS. Looking for similarly
“disturbed” site to do
comparative analysis.

OOR and other TOML
departments are working
collaboratively on alternative
snow storage sites.

Costs for monitoring plan & clean-up currently
unknown.

Stewardship 2024 stewardship days
established: June 1st, July 27th, &
September 21st, 2024.

Leave No Trace Spotlight: In
partnership with MLR, Mammoth
Lakes was chosen from a
nationwide process to host a 3-
day on-the-ground event to build
https://lnt.org/our-work/protectingparks/spotlights/
https://lnt.org/event/leave-no-trace-spotlightmammoth-lakes/

momentum around local
stewardship efforts.

Summer
Recreation
Map
Final edits being completed in
the next week. Map will then go
to printing followed by
dissemination.

Printing costs TBD.

Grants Waiting on $15,000.00 CalFire
grant to fund 3 new interpretive
signs along the recently logged
Mammoth Creek Parcel.

Applying for ATTIP (Active
Transportation Infrastructure
Investment Program)
Implementation Grant where we
will regurgitate the RTP grant we
just missed out on related to
MUP re-pavement.

Looking at viability of another
ATTIP Planning Grant for
Mammoth Creek Parcel trail
development.

CalFire Request: $28,000.00
ATTIP Request: $1,000,000 w/$800,000 match
Interpretation In partnership with the Whitebark
Institute, developing 3 new
interpretive signs to be placed on
the MUPs immediately adjacent
to the recently thinned Mammoth
Creek Parcel. Signs will focus on
Forest Health, Identification, and
Bark Beetles.

In collaboration with MLR,
developing 5 new interpretive
signs for the Sherwins Trailhead.

MLR & OOR staff recently
attended the Intra-Tribe Summit
in Bishop to seek input on
content related to Native
American history.

In collaboration with MLT & MLR
the OOR is working with Clean
Seeking CalFire Grant to Fund Mammoth Creek
parcel signs and utilization of SNC
Implementation Grant for Sherwins Trailhead.

Up The Lake to develop 2 new
interpretive signs for the Lake
George Area. Signs will focus on
the CUTL project and aquatic
invasives.

Off Highway
Vehicle Grants

USFS & BLM
Public
Comment
The USFS and BLM are seeking
public comment on their OHV
grants for the upcoming field
season. The OOR is seeking
public comment.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/inyo/alertsnotices/?aid=86087 Winter
Grooming
A successful season of winter
grooming has come to an end.

We were able to groom with high
frequency and navigated
equipment issues with the help
of partners at MMSA. The final
groom was on April 10th.

Pursuing a path to purchase of
new snow machine to drag
grooming implements
The Inyo has expressed interest
in the potential for partners to
become more engaged in their
winter grooming program. OOR
staff met with Inyo staff on
4/24/2024 and is working out
potential viable options to take
over grooming program.

Live updates on grooming status can be found at
www.mammothtrails.org
Hiring OOR is currently seeking
qualified Trail Crew & Trail Hosts.

Help us spread the word!
Recently offered trail crew
positions and facilitated 10 host
rehires for summer 2024.

Trail Host position to be flown soon. Trail Crew
Announcement can be found here:
https://www.townofmammothlakes.ca.gov/767/EmploymentOpportunities Sign
Replacement
Replacement of 58 broken
Mammoth Lakes Trail System
Signs, many of which were
destroyed in the winter of
2022/2023. All signs have been
ordered with planned summer
2024 install.

Addition of 3 new wayfinding
signs on main street section of
the town loop.

Appropriation
Request
In collaboration with the
Whitebark Institute, the Office of
Outdoor Recreation submitted a
$50 million dollar congressional
appropriations request to
support funding implementation
of Eastern Sierra Climate &
Communities Resilience Project
priority acres.

SPLAT
Treatments –
Mammoth
Creek Parcel
This summer, SPLAT treatments
will occur in the Mammoth Creek
Parcel, which was recently
thinned as part of the Eastern
Sierra Climate & Communities
Resilience Project (ESCCRP).

This treatment was prescribed
and referenced in the NEPA
document for the ESCCRP
project.

SPLAT Verb is an environmentally
friendly repellent that provides
sustained and controlled release
of the verbenone antiaggregation pheromone.

Verbenone is naturally produced
by MPB and several other species
of bark beetle towards the end of
a mass attack. The presence of
verbenone signals to new MPB
approaching the infested tree
that it is already too overcrowded
to serve as a suitable host. By
applying SPLAT Verb to a healthy
and uninfested tree, host-seeking
MPB will identify the tree as
undesirable and leave it
unharmed.

Trail System
Master Plan
(TSMP)
The Office of Outdoor Recreation
is currently performing an
analysis of the TSMP to
determine what has been
implemented, what has not, and

how to pursue a new TSMP to
govern future operations.

Sage Grouse
Public
Comment
The town submitted public
comment regarding the proposed
federal listing of Sage Grouse.

Mammoth
Trails Meeting
A Mammoth Trails Meeting was
held at the brewery on 4/25/2024
where the Office of Outdoor
Recreation & Mammoth Lakes
Recreation engaged local
stakeholders to discuss
completed & upcoming project
work, Summer stewardship, and
all things recreation!

Mammoth Lakes Town Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Receive Mammoth Main Base Redevelopment Project (“Evolving Main”) Update (Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge Area).

Council Meeting Date: 5/1/2024
Prepared by: Jen Murillo, Contract Planner
Recommended Motion: This is an informational item only. No recommendation or action is needed.

Summary: The Mammoth Main Base Redevelopment Project is a major private development application being processed by the Town. Below is a high-level update on this application:
[changes from 3/20/24 update are highlighted]
 Environmental Review (CEQA/NEPA) – Environmental analysis (i.e., preparation of the Draft Environmental Impact Report/Environment Impact Statement (EIR/EIS)) has not started and is pending additional project information. USFS, Town, and applicant discussions regarding potential CEQA/NEPA alternatives are underway.  Outreach – Meetings with the project’s “Working Group” are underway to discuss key project topics and issues. The Working Group consists of Town staff, the applicant, and various stakeholders (e.g., Mammoth Lakes Fire Protection District, Mammoth Lakes Police Department, etc.). Future public meetings are anticipated to be topic focused as discussions with the Working Group proceed. An informational presentation was provided to the Mono County Board of Supervisors on April 9, 2024. The Supervisors asked clarifying questions about the project and workforce housing and expressed interest in staying informed on the project.
 State Route (SR) 203 Potential Relinquishment Analysis – Caltrans is preparing a Relinquishment Assessment Report (RAR) to study the relinquishment of SR 203. Town staff is communicating with the applicant on information the Town needs to evaluate relinquishment. The Town and Caltrans will continue to coordinate as appropriate.  Target Schedule
Ongoing Working Group meetings
Mid-2024 Additional outreach meetings/events (TBD)
Spring 2025 Draft EIR/EIS available for review
Spring 2026 Town Council decision on project
Relevant project links:
 Town’s project webpage - www.townofmammothlakes.ca.gov/1155/Mammoth- MainBase-Redevelopment  USFS project webpage - www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62406  Applicant’s project webpage - www.evolvingmain.com/

Mammoth Lakes Town Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Receive the monthly Parcel Affordable Housing Project Construction Update.

Council Meeting Date: 5/1/2024
Prepared by: Nolan Bobroff, Community and Economic Development Director; Amy Callanan, Engineering Manager
Recommended Motion: This is an informational item only. No recommendations or action is needed.

Summary: Staff will provide the Town Council with updates on Phase 1 (The Sawyer) and Phase 2 (The Kingfisher) of the Parcel. A representative from the developer will be available to answer questions from the Town Council.
- Building B will be receiving its Certificate of Occupancy at the beginning of May (15 units).
- Building A is targeting a completion date of late-June (66 units) - Ground-breaking for Phase 2, The Kingfisher, will take place in June/July

Mammoth Lakes Town Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: May 2024 Public Works Engineering CIP Update.

Council Meeting Date: 5/1/2024
Prepared by: Public Works Engineering
Recommended Motion: None.

Summary: The May 2024 CIP update includes most of the Town’s active construction projects.

Some projects that were under winter suspension are getting started again, and many others will begin in the next couple of months.

Capital Project Update
May 1, 2024 Update
(Created April 24, 2024)
*** Text shown in bold has changed from the previous update *** Project Notes Budget
CRC The CRC has ceased ice operations for the season and is currently closed in preparation for summer recreation programming. Installation of parking lot lighting by TOML staff will occur later this summer.

Many punch list items which were not completed by the contractor may be included in the “Phase 2” Interior TI Work (see below). ~$15M
$1.75M
CRC “Phase 2” - Interior TI
Work
Work is scheduled to be bid for construction this summer. Scope items include bleachers, stairs and ADA lift, rubber flooring, office space, east patio railing, front entry “canopy”, and miscellaneous Phase 1 punch list items which were not completed by the contractor.
$1.05M
The Parcel Phase 1 “The
Sawyer”
Building B (15 units) is on track to open at the beginning of May, with Building A (65 units) at the beginning of July. Upcoming site work scheduled for this spring includes the Center St sidewalk, additional MUPs, streetlights, bus shelters, landscaping and the public playground and park. $58M
(buildings)
~$5.6M
(public
infrastructure)
The Parcel Phase 2
“Kingfisher”
The contractor expects to break ground on “Kingfisher 1” (four 3-story “tuckunder” buildings along Inyo St and Tavern Rd) this summer. Staff are reviewing building and grading permit applications. Funding for “Kingfisher 2” (one 4-story “podium” building in NE corner of site) is pending. This combined Phase 2 includes 148 housing units but does not include any additional “public” infrastructure.
$46M (Kingfisher 1)
TBD (Kingfisher 2)
Chaparral Extension (The
Parcel)
The project is currently in winter suspension. Work will resume on underground dry utilities (electrical and telecom), sidewalks and multi-use paths this summer.
$1.8M
60 Joaquin The project is currently under winter suspension. The contractor expects to finish work on the foundations once the snow melts in May, and set the modular building units in site in late-May/early-June.
$2.42M
Laurel Mountain Rd Rehab &
Sidewalk
All work is now complete. A close-out report will be included on the 5/15 Town Council agenda.
$3.5M
Fuel Island The fuel island is currently in service, however, the previously completed work does not meet Town specifications and will be removed and replaced in the spring (by June 15) at the contractor’s cost. The contractor is expected to start construction in mid-May
$466K
Main Street Landscaping
Phase 1
The contractor began work this week. $524K
OMR Beautification Phase 1 Staff has placed this project on hold and will reevaluate its status pending progress on the Main Street Landscaping project.
$500K

Town Civic Center The project was approved by PEDC, a grading permit has been issued and tree removal is in progress. Building permit review is under way, and the project will go out to bid this week. Staff anticipates the award of a construction contract in July. Construction on site – including grading, utilities, and building foundations - could begin as early as July. We are still awaiting grant results to potentially fund the EOC/Community Resiliency Center component of the project.
~$20M + (TBD)
Childcare Center (Core &
Shell only)
The project was approved by the CED, a grading permit has been issued and tree removal is in progress. Staff held a pre-construction meeting with the contractor this week, and work is expected to start on site at the beginning of May, with re-location of the portable units occurring in late July after the end of the school year. This project currently consists of providing a core and shell building only. The details of childcare facility operation are in progress. $1.65M
Dog Park The project is currently in winter suspension. Construction of concrete curb, asphalt, and fencing will occur along with installation of the restroom and artificial turf in the spring.
$1.1M
SHARP Trailhead
Infrastructure
Work on site is expected to start after Motocross and the July 4 holiday. $1M Road & MUP Rehab 2024 The project is currently out to bid thru the end of next week, and we anticipate awarding a contract at the May 15 Town Council meeting. Work could begin in June or July. Due to the large scope of work, the project may extend into 2026.

Final selection of road segments to actually be treated may depend on bid prices received.
$3.2M
Slurry Seal 2024 The project is currently out to bid thru the end of next week, and we anticipate awarding a contract at the May 15 Town Council meeting. Work could begin in June or July. Final selection of road segments to actually be treated may depend on bid prices received.
$900K
Mammoth Creek Park West
(CRC)
The scope of work includes installation of a picnic/performance pavilion, bouldering structure, playground wood chips, asphalt path, irrigation and grass, artificial turf, and fence repair. Work under this “project” is planned to be completed using a variety of “CMAS” contracts or be included in other related bids (e.g. Road Rehab and CRC “Phase 2”). Our goal is to complete all work prior to the Town’s 40th Anniversary celebration on Labor Day. $500K
Mammoth Arts & Cultural
Center (MACC)
Revised DD-level plans will be complete next week, and the design team will begin working on construction plans. A final DD cost estimate will be provided at the end of May. Staff hope to begin construction this fall. with the goal of bidding in late August – mid-September. ~$15M + (TBD)
Town Fencing Repairs We received 3 bids for the project and intend to award the contract to Tahoe Fence at the May 1 Town Council meeting. Work is expected to occur this summer.
~$85K
Town Facility Painting The project is out to bid thru the middle of May. Staff intends to award a contract by May 15. Work is expected to occur this summer. ~$550K

Mammoth Lakes Town Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Approve proclamation declaring May 5-11, 2024 as Public Service Recognition Week.

Council Meeting Date: 5/1/2024
Prepared by: Pam Kobylarz, Assistant to the Town Manager Recommended Motion: Approve proclamation declaring May 5-11, 2024 as Public Service Recognition Week.

PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK
In honor of the millions of public employees at the federal, state, county, and town levels:

Whereas, Americans are served every single day by public servants at the federal, state, county, and town levels. These unsung heroes do the work that keeps our nation working; and Whereas, public employees take not only jobs, but oaths; and Whereas, many public servants, including military personnel, police officers, firefighters, border patrol officers, embassy employees, health care professionals and others, risk their lives each day in service to the people of the United States and around the world; and
Whereas, public servants include teachers, doctors, scientists, astronauts, nurses, safety inspectors, laborers, computer technicians, social workers, and countless other occupations. Day in and day out they provide the diverse services demanded by the American people of their government with efficiency and integrity; and
Whereas, without these public servants at every level, continuity would be impossible in a democracy that regularly changes its leaders and elected officials; and Whereas, talent is a key differentiator in organizations in today’s world. At the Town of Mammoth Lakes, our talent creates our solutions, our products, and our services. Our talent serves our customers and manages the important work of the organization every day; and Whereas, locally Town staff provides services to this community, including parks and road maintenance, public safety, planning and permitting, community recreation programs, and many other services that contribute to our vibrant community; and
Whereas, the Town has many volunteers, including the Town Council, Planning and Economic Development Commissioners, Recreation Commissioners, Police Department volunteers, parks and recreation volunteers, and many others whose service to the Town is invaluable.

Therefore the Town Council of the Town of Mammoth Lakes does hereby proclaim to all citizens, that May 5-11, 2024, is Public Service Recognition Week. All citizens are encouraged to recognize the accomplishments and contributions of government employees and volunteers at all levels — federal, state, county, and town.

Proclaimed this 1
st day of May, 2024.
_________________________________
Bill Sauser, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Jamie Gray, Town Clerk

Mammoth Lakes Town Council
Agenda Action Sheet
Title: Receive a presentation from Placemate on the Lease to Locals Program.

Council Meeting Date: 5/1/2024
Prepared by: Rob Patterson, Town Manager; Nolan Bobroff, Community and Economic Development Director
Recommended Motion: This is an informational only item. If desired, the Town Council can direct staff to bring back a contract at a future meeting to move forward with the program.

Summary: The Lease to Locals program aims to connect tenants with property owners who wish to lease their property on a seasonal (5-11 months) or long-term (12+ months) basis in exchange for a financial incentive from the Town that is in addition to the rental revenue that the owner will collect. The financial incentive will vary depending on the size of the units and the length of the lease. The program has been operating in various resort communities throughout the country since 2020 (started in Truckee, CA).

If the Town Council is supportive of moving forward with the program, staff will bring back a contract at a future meeting.

Town of Mammoth Lakes
May 1, 2024 Colin Frolich
Founder / CEO
[email protected]

Agenda
Background on Lease to Locals
Market Deep Dive — Truckee, CA
Bringing Lease to Locals to Mammoth Lakes

Placemate’s Vision and Mission:

Vision: We envision a world where communities thrive
because local employees can find stable housing.

Mission: Our mission is to help local employees secure
housing in tourism-based economies, through
innovative public and private partnerships across the
country.

Convert existing
housing stock to
new longer-term
rentals for the local
workforce in tourist
towns
Provide property
owners cash
incentives to convert
their properties into
seasonal and
long-term rentals
Allow local
governments to
quickly and efficiently
address critical
“missing middle”
housing needs
Lease to Locals: Program Overview

Truckee, CA
November 2020
Summit County, CO
October 2021
South Lake Tahoe, CA
January 2022
Placer County, CA
August 2022
Ketchum, ID
October 2022
Eagle County, CO
June 2023
Nantucket, MA
September 2023
Provincetown, MA
April 2024
Lease to Locals: Markets

People housed
525 1,189
New units unlocked
*Data as of April 2024
Results to Date*
Lease to Locals: Overall Results
2,446 total property owner leads

Launched September 8, 2020
Market Deep Dive: Town of Truckee

Property must be
located in Town of
Truckee
Property must NOT have
had full time tenants in
last 12 months
Leases can be seasonal
(5+ months), or long-term
(12+ mo.) and rent can not
exceed $3,500/mo
Incentive amounts vary
based on length of lease
and number of Qualified
Tenants, up to $18,000
At least 50% of the
household must be
locally employed (TTUSD
boundary) at least 20
hours per week
Average adult gross income
can not exceed 150% AMI
($118,125)
Program Guidelines

Lease length 1 Qualifying
Tenant
2 Qualifying
Tenants
3 Qualifying
Tenants
4 Qualifying
Tenants
Seasonal (5-11 months) $2,000 $4,000 $6,000 $8,000
Long Term (12+ months) $4,500 $9,000 $13,500 $18,000
Program Policies: Incentive Amounts

885
36 166
Total homeowner leads
Qualified/Interested
Total Properties
666 Not Qualified/Not Interested
Results: Property Owner Pipeline

166
45 121
Total Properties
Properties still in lease
Graduated
80 66% Continue
to LTR
● 75 to existing tenants
● 5 to new tenants
Results: Retention

Total People
Housed
383
Average
rent/bedroom
$1,064
Average
rent/property
$2,689
Results: Tenants

$8,897 average cost of incentive per property
Marketing
$25,702
Admin Grants
Committed
$187,500 $1,162,508
Budget

“Thank you for your program - we would not
have rented our place without it because we
were concerned about all of the unknowns -
you helped clear up many of those!”
- Kim - Truckee Property Owner 6/2/2023
“So great. We love having them in our house
and in our neighborhood.”
- Sunshine - Truckee Property Owner 7/2023
“Thank you for helping me find a place to
live in 2023! It’s been a great year and I look
forward to renewing my lease for 2024!”
- Angi - Truckee Tenant 11/16/23
“...for someone like me, a ski coach at
Northstar, this has been extremely helpful.

It has allowed me to not have to move to
Reno for cheaper rent and a big commute
while also being close to my daughter....

This is a great program and I hope other
resort towns that all face the same local
affordable housing problems find ways to
copy this awesome program for local
workers.”
- Rob - Truckee Tenant 1/6/2024
“It’s gone well and we get along great! Any
additional income offsets and incentives are
always a great idea to keep locals here and
help them afford the rental costs.”
- Michael - Truckee Tenant - 6/27/23
Feedback

Bringing Lease to Locals to:

Mammoth Housing Programs
BRIDGE

PROGRAM
SMALL
SITE DEV.

Lease to Locals TOML: Considerations
● Cost effective way to unlock new long-term rentals from existing housing stock
● Likely >50% of units will remain as long-term rentals at least an additional year
● Program is building off proven success in other markets and can be quickly deployed
● Estimates of ~$400k program budget could convert 30 units per year (see appendix)

Lease to Locals Timing and Next Steps
Gain consensus,
align on program
goals, policies, and
budget
1 Build program
guidelines and
allocate budget for
1-2 years of program
2 Launch program
with full marketing
and PR plan to gain
momentum
3 May-June July-August September

Colin Frolich
[email protected]
Questions?

20 Appendix

Lease to Locals TOML: STR Data
2021 2022 2023
Currently, 36% of the
housing stock is
Short-term Rented

Lease to Locals TOML: STR income
Monthly Net Income of Short-Term Rentals in Mammoth
1bd 2bd 3bd
Gross Income $3,866 $5,028 $6,246
Cleaning Fees (10%) $387 $503 $625
PM Fee (10%) $387 $503 $625
Utilities (10%) $387 $503 $625
Airbnb Fee (3%) $116 $151 $187
Net $2,590 $3,369 $4,185

Lease to Locals TOML:

Proposed Incentive Amounts
Lease Length 1 Qualifying
Tenant
2 Qualifying
Tenants
3 Qualifying
Tenants
4 Qualifying
Tenants
Seasonal (5-11 months) $2,000 $4,000 $6,000 $8,000
Long-term (12+ months) $4,500 $9,000 $13,500 $18,000

Lease to Locals TOML:

Hypothetical Success
Unit Size Number
of Units
People
Housed
Average per
unit Incentive
Costs
Private Room 2 2 $4,500 $9,000
Studio 4 4 $4,500 $18,000
1bd 4 6 $6,750 $27,000
2bd 12 30 $11,250 $135,000
3bd 8 24 $13,500 $108,000
30 66 $9,900 $297,000

Lease to Locals TOML:

Budget Estimate
$297,000 Incentive Costs
$97,500 Placemate Admin Cost
$5,500 Marketing Expenses
$400,000 Total Program Cost for Year 1

Lease to Locals Placemate’s Role
Compliance and
Reporting
● Submit full application
packet to Town Staff
● Ongoing compliance
with mid-year and
year-end check ins
● Reporting and regular
updates to Town staff
and Town Council
Tenant
Qualification
● Ability to create renter
profile on Placemate to
match with properties
● Verify local
employment/income
via paystub or
employer letter
● Verify tenant ID
Property Owner
Qualification
● Oversee targeted
marketing
● Dedicated program
webpage / phone #
● Onboarding phone call
and ongoing support
● Ability to self-list property
on Placemate

From: Robert Yoder
To: Clerk
Subject: Placemate lease to locals
Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 6:39:27 AM
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Dear sirs:

Placemate has programs in several communities. The programs and incentives are all different. Which community program has provided the most new rental units? Secondly which program has had the highest rental property retention rate over the last 4 years?
Additionally the Placemate management cost is over 30% of the total proposed grant funds. Long term rental companies that perform most of the functions Placemate will provide charge 7% to 10%. Why are their fees so high?
Bob Yoder
530-320-9227
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Town Council of Mammoth Lakes
Minutes of Regular Meeting
April 3, 2024, 4:00 p.m.
437 Old Mammoth Road, Suite Z, Mammoth Lakes
Members Present: Mayor Bill Sauser, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Bubser, Councilmember Sarah Rea, Councilmember Amanda Rice, Councilmember John Wentworth
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 4:02 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 437 Old Mammoth Road, Suite Z, Mammoth Lakes.

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Town Manager Rob Patterson led the flag salute.

3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Brianna Goico, Assistant Director of the Mammoth Lakes Chamber of Commerce, gave an update regarding current Chamber activities.

4. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
There were no additions to the agenda.

5. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS

5.1 Proclamation declaring April as Fair Housing Month.

Mayor Sauser read a portion of the proposed proclamation.

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PUBLIC COMMENT:

Matthew Lehman, on behalf of the Mammoth Lakes Board of Realtors and Eastern Sierra Community Housing, spoke in support of the proclamation.

Moved by Councilmember John Wentworth
Seconded by Councilmember Amanda Rice
Approve the proclamation declaring April as Fair Housing Month.

For (5): Mayor Bill Sauser, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Bubser, Councilmember Sarah Rea, Councilmember Amanda Rice, and Councilmember John Wentworth
Carried (5 to 0)

6. WORKSHOP

6.1 Joint workshop with the Eastern Sierra Community Housing Board of Directors.

Eastern Sierra Community Housing (ESCH) Board President Tom Hodges, Vice President Lindsay Barksdale, Treasurer Sarah Nutall, and Board Members Jennifer Kreitz and Heidi Steenstra were in attendance.

Community and Economic Development Director Nolan Bobroff gave a presentation regarding the Town's current housing programs.

Patricia Robertson, Executive Director of the ESCH, gave a presentation regarding ESCH's current housing programs.

There was discussion among members of Council, members of the ESCH Board, Town staff, and ESCH staff.

The Mayor called a recess at 5:23 p.m. and the Council reconvened at 5:32 p.m.

7. PUBLIC HEARINGS

7.1 Public hearing for consideration of an appeal of the February 14, 2024 Planning and Economic Development Commission decision to approve Use Permit Application 23-002 for the construction of an 80- foot tall “stealth monopine” cell tower located at 1574 Old Mammoth Road.

The Mayor opened the public hearing at 5:33 p.m.

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Town Attorney Andrew Morris outlined the role of the Council in considering the appeal.

Gail Karish, Best Best & Krieger (BBK), gave a presentation outlining the Town's authority on siting wireless facilities.

Shana Inspektor, BBK, outlined the scope of the Town's CEQA authority on this application.

Associate Planner Michael Peterka gave a presentation outlining the information in the staff report. There was discussion among members of Council and staff.

Chuck Lande, appellant, spoke in support of approving the appeal.

David Jordan, appellant representing the Creekhouse Homeowners Association, spoke in support of approving the appeal.

Sonal Thakur, Eukon Group speaking on behalf of AT&T, spoke in support of the application. There was discussion among members of Council and Ms. Thakur.

Scott Heffernan, Fox Hill Telecom, spoke about emissions compliance, interference analysis, and coverage. There was discussion among members of Council and Mr. Hefferman.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

Ralph Lockhart, owner of Snowcreek Athletic Club, said that he was concerned about the process since he had expressed an interest in allowing the cell tower to be sited on his property.

Ron Homer spoke in opposition to the application.

Alicia and Kai Homer spoke in opposition to the application.

Eric Larsen spoke in opposition to the application.

Suzanne Homer spoke in opposition to the application.

A member of the public spoke in opposition to the application.

Ales Tomaier, Mammoth Lakes Fire Protection District Fire Chief, spoke in support of the application.

A member of the public spoke in opposition to the application.

Wendy Blades spoke in opposition to the application.

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Mark Young spoke in opposition to the application.

A member of the public spoke in opposition to the application.

Betsy Truax, Vice Chair of the Mammoth Lakes Fire Protection District Board, spoke in support of the application.

Dan Casabian, Mammoth Lakes Police Chief, spoke in support of the application.

A member of the public spoke in opposition to the application.

A member of the public spoke in opposition to the application.

Leigh Gaasch spoke in opposition to the application.

Emily Schoen spoke in opposition to the application.

Sonja Bush asked some questions and spoke in opposition to the application.

Sabing Lee spoke in opposition to the application.

Paula and Brooke Paley spoke in opposition to the application.

Jennifer Bradbury spoke in opposition to the application.

Josh Bradbury spoke in opposition to the application.

Jeff Ruscigno spoke in opposition to the application.

Helen spoke in opposition to the application.

Todd Thedinga spoke in opposition to the application.

John Heidelman spoke in opposition to the application.

Don Herman spoke in opposition to the application.

Darren Murray spoke in opposition to the application.

Jeffrey Reiner spoke in opposition to the application.

Barbara Taylor spoke in opposition to the application.

Claire Martin spoke in opposition to the application.

Kevin Nida, First Net, spoke in support of the application.

Staff responded to questions raised in public comment.

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The Mayor closed the public hearing at 8:47 p.m.

There was discussion among members of Council and staff.

Moved by Councilmember John Wentworth
Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Chris Bubser
Deny the appeal of the Planning and Economic Development Commission decision and affirm the approval of Use Permit Application 23-002.

For (5): Mayor Bill Sauser, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Bubser, Councilmember Sarah Rea, Councilmember Amanda Rice, and Councilmember John Wentworth
Carried (5 to 0)
The Mayor called a recess at 9:06 p.m. and the Council reconvened at 9:16 p.m.

8. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND/OR DEPARTMENTS (AS NEEDED) Deputy Airport Manager Sierra Shultz gave an update regarding current activities at the Airport. There was discussion among members of Council and staff.

Town Manager Rob Patterson gave an update regarding the Certified Properties program and the lifting of the moratorium.

8.1 Did you Know? Short-term Rental Moratorium.

8.2 April 2024 PW Engineering CIP Update.

8.3 April 2024 Office of Outdoor Recreation Update.

9. CONSENT AGENDA
Moved by Councilmember Amanda Rice
Seconded by Councilmember John Wentworth
Approve the Consent Agenda.

For (5): Mayor Bill Sauser, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Bubser, Councilmember Sarah Rea, Councilmember Amanda Rice, and Councilmember John Wentworth Carried (5 to 0)

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9.1 Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of March 20, 2024.

9.2 Award contract for the Community Childcare Center Project to JPB Designs, Inc.

9.3 Adopt resolutions calling and giving notice of a general municipal election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 for the election of two members of the Town Council and requesting the Mono County Board of Supervisors consolidate the election.

9.4 Waive bidding requirements and award contract for purchase of a new loader to Cashman Cat.

9.5 Re-appoint incumbents Jesse Baldwin, Elliott Brainard, Wes Davis, and Dan Polis to the Building Advisory Committee/Board of Appeals with terms expiring on April 1, 2028.

9.6 Approve Resolution for FY23-24 Measure U Programming funding in the amount of $208,750.

9.7 Resolution to approve the FY2024-25 project list to be submitted to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) for funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) funds under Streets and Highways Code Section 2034.

9.8 Support for SCR-102 “Dave McCoy Memorial Highway.”

9.9 Authorize execution of contract with Gray’s Grasshopper, Inc. for Main St. Landscaping project Phase 1.

9.10 Accept Check Register 3/21/24 in the amount of $943,859.56.

10. POLICY MATTERS

10.1 Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget – General Fund Revenue Projections.

Town Manager Rob Patterson gave a presentation outlining the information in the staff report. There was discussion among members of Council and staff.

CONSENSUS:

The Town Council agreed with the proposed revenue projections for the fiscal year 2024-25 preliminary budget.

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11. COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Wentworth attended the Whitebark Institute's Wildfire Resilience Action Financial Team (WRAFT) meeting, met with the Town Manager and Sierra Business Council leadership, attended the Integrated Climate Adaption and Resilience Program (ICARP) Technical Advisory Council meeting in Sacramento, and attended the Mammoth Lakes Tourism Board meeting.

12. ADJOURNMENT
The Council adjourned the meeting at 9:38 p.m.

Jamie Gray, Town Clerk

1 TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Title: Award contract for the Chain Link Fence Repair FAC 24-002 to Tahoe Fence Co., Inc.

Meeting Date: May 1, 2024
Prepared by: Riley Griesenbeck, Engineering Technician
Shaun Troy, Finance Analyst
Amy Callanan, PE, Engineering Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends Town Council:
 Approve the Plans and Specifications.
 Award the base bid contract to the lowest responsive bidder, Tahoe Fence Co., Inc. in the amount of $81,645.70.
 Authorize the Town Manager to execute the construction contract.  Authorize the Public Works Director to accept the project upon completion.  Authorize the Public Works Director to review and approve minor revisions to complete the project, up to an additional 10% of the award amount.  Approve a funding allocation of $89,811.27 from FD 990 - Future Capital to fully fund this project in FD 300 - Capital.

BACKGROUND:

In summer of 2023, Town of Mammoth Lakes Staff documented numerous parks and facilities with damage to perimeter safety fencing. Staff worked with potential contractors to get this work completed during 2023, but due to Public Contract Code regulations and priority of other work done under the 2023 Emergency Facility Repairs Contract, the repairs to various chain link fences were not completed.

During the winter of 2023-2024, Staff documented instances of damage to chain link fences and created the project plans, technical specifications, and special provisions. This project will repair and remove and replace, as needed, sections of damaged fencing at the Community Center Tennis Courts, Shady Rest Park, Pickleball Courts, and Whitmore Track. All fence dimensions, orientations, and materials will remain unchanged.

On March 25, 2024, the Town advertised the Chain Link Fence Repair project. In order to find the most economical solution the project was advertised with a base bid:

2  Base Bid: The base bid included the removal and replacement of damaged fencing fabric and top rails at the locations listed above, and repair in place of damaged posts at the Community Center Tennis Courts.
 Alternate 1: Alternate 1 included the removal and replacement of damaged posts at the Community Center Tennis Courts.

ANALYSIS:

Staff solicited bids for the construction of the project beginning March 25, 2024. Bids were publicly opened on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 3:00 PM. Three (3) bids were received with pricing as follows:

Tahoe Fence Co., Inc. Base Bid: $81,645.70
Paine Construction Inc. Base Bid: $101,350.00
All Commercial Fence Inc. Base Bid: $95,416.04
A bid review was completed, and no irregularities were identified.

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

The project is fully funded. Funding is currently in FD 990 – Future Capital and will be transferred to FD 300 – Capital to account for this project.

Current Funding Source Amount
Fund 990 Future Capital – Base Bid $81,645.70
Fund 990 Future Capital – 10% Contingency $8,165.57
Total Funding Allocated $89,811.27
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:

None at this time.

1 TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Title: Inyo National Forest Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Grant Engagement & Public Comment.

Meeting Date: May 1, 2024
Prepared by: Lawson Reif, Outdoor Recreation Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Provide direction and general comments on the Inyo National Forest and Bureau of Land Management, Bishop Field Office (as applicable) OHV Grants. See specific OOR recommendations below.

BACKGROUND:

Annually, the Inyo National Forest and the Bureau of Land Management, Bishop Field Office apply for Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Grants with the State. As a part of the grant process, the agencies are seeking public comment related to the OHV program.

ANALYSIS:

The Office of Outdoor Recreation reviewed the USFS & BLM Grants and recommends the following actions:

LAUREL LAKES ROAD REHABILITATION
Safety
 In its current condition and design, the road can be quite hazardous. Rains make the safety situation even worse. People have died on this road in the past and of course users travel at their own risk, like any road. But, due to the factors I mention below, this road is very highly sought after.

Resource Degradation
 Being that the road follows the fall line in many places, it washes out regularly with the summer rains. This can cause sedimentation of surrounding Laurel Creek. But due to the popularity and uniqueness of this route, folks seek to bypass washouts by creating new routes through the surrounding vegetation.  A more sustainable and safe road design would allow both the Inyo and its partners to better manage Laurel Lakes, which currently receives little to no management in terms of dispersed camping impacts (fires, human waste, etc.) or impacts from activities such as fishing (mono-filament fishing line) and general use (litter, etc.).

Unique Resource
 To my knowledge, there is no other road on the Inyo that leads to a resource such as Laurel Lakes. A challenging, steep dirt road into the Sierra proper to a highcountry lake beloved by campers and fisher-people alike, where dispersed camping

2 is allowed. As such, this road is much sought after and is immediately adjacent to the Town of Mammoth Lakes, making it even more accessible than perhaps some of the more obscure areas of the forest.

Multi-Use Benefits
 Any improvements to Laurel Lakes road would benefit multiple user groups. This differs from perhaps some other roads/road work that do not lead to destinations and are only used by OHV enthusiasts. Laurel Lakes is enjoyed by campers, OHV users, fisher-people, hikers, leaf-peepers, horseback riders, and wilderness users who use Laurel as a jumping off point into Convict Canyon.

OTHER POTENTIAL COMMENTS
 Development of new OHV Campgrounds to accommodate rising use?  Restoration of existing dispersed sites in high use areas?  Additional signing of illegal dispersed campground sites?  Expansion of motorized single track system? Currently, the Mammoth Ranger District contains 12.2 miles of Motorized single-track.

Mammoth Trails Committee (MTC) Recommendations from 4/11/2024 Meeting  MTC supports expansion of the Motorized Single-Track system to increase current connectivity with existing Motorized Single Track.
 Shady Rest Inyo Craters (SRIC) was referenced by MTC as a “pre-baked” plan to increase motorized single track opportunity.
 MTC recommended to not change the character of Laurel Lakes Road (IE it should remain a difficult trail to not necessarily be passable by all vehicles).  Monitor roads during first winter snows and spring melt to effectively limit vehicles from accessing them to prevent resource damage.

Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement Needs
Law Enforcement Needs for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Law Enforcement
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______
ITEM 1. Describe the proposed enforcement Project including the geographical area served, educational outreach, and circumstances unique to the Applicant.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Bishop Field Office (BIFO) will enforce OHV rules and regulations and monitor for OHV intrusions within Wilderness Areas, Wilderness Study Areas (WSA), Areas of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC), Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA), the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area (NSA) and within the Poleta Open Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area.

This grant request will fund the following as shown in the cost estimate:
• Labor for the 2 BLM Law Enforcement (LE) Rangers to patrol and enforce OHV rules and regulations. • Labor for the BLM permanent and seasonal staff to monitor and communicate OHV rules and regulations.

The Bishop Field Office provides frequent educational outreach through the use of brochures, handouts, websites, field contacts, events and partners. During routine patrols, the BLM Law Enforcement Officer hands out public information documents on rules and regulations three to four days a week and verbally educates the public. The BLM BIFO staff is available five days a week by telephone or in person. Information on public lands managed by the BLM, including OHV specific information, is available seven days a week at the Eastern Sierra Interagency Visitor Center in Lone Pine, and at the White Mountain Ranger Station in Bishop. The BLM California website and the BIFO website contains the most up to date information regarding BLM managed lands.

ITEM 2. Describe the number of miles, acreage or square miles patrolled.

The BLM BIFO's management area is comprised of approximately 750,000 acres that spans 150 miles. There are 161,500 acres of WSA's, 160,000 acres of designated Wilderness, 1,800 acres of open riding area, and 426,700 acres of limited use. The field office contains approximately 2,500 miles of roads, trails and primitive routes. The entire management area is patrolled year-round.

ITEM 3. Describe the frequency of the patrols.

Federal LE Rangers patrol a minimum of 30 hours per week, which may include weekends, holidays and after hours. The Interagency Dispatch Center is available seven days a week. Two BLM LE Rangers assigned to the BLM BIFO patrol the area three to four days a week focusing on areas with high OHV use and user group conflicts.

In addition, the LE Rangers works closely with the field office's park rangers, multi-resources and biophysical staff, the archaeologist and other technicians to document findings in the field, observe use patterns, repair signs and closures, provide visitor safety information and report irresponsible or illegal OHV use. Staff monitor recreation areas at a minimum of two days per week on foot, and through the use of 4x4 vehicles and UTV's to ensure users stay on trails, identify user conflicts and contact the LE Rangers when necessary to correct the situation.

ITEM 4. How many officers will be deployed for the purposes of the proposed Project? There are two law enforcement (LE) Rangers that will be deployed for the purpose of this project. A minimum of 70 percent of the LE Ranger's time is spent conducting OHV patrols and education. Labor dollars are requested to assist the BLM in paying the salary of the two LE Rangers. During patrols, they will also assess the condition of vehicle barriers and law enforcement related signs. Non-law enforcement personnel, including Park Rangers and seasonal technicians, will monitor the management area and report any incidents, illegal activities, or potential problems to the LE Rangers. During monitoring, they will also assess the condition of vehicle barriers and law enforcement related signs.

District and County Information
A. California State Senate Districts
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Law Enforcement Needs for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Law Enforcement
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ Select one or more of the California State Senate Districts where the proposed project activities will occur. Copy and Paste the URL (https://findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov/) in your browser to determine the State Senate district(s).

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B. California State Assembly Districts
Select one or more of the California State Assembly Districts where the proposed project activities will occur.

Copy and Paste the URL (https://findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov/) in your browser to determine the State Assembly district(s).

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C. California Congressional Districts
Select one or more of the California Congressional Districts where the proposed project activities will occur.

Copy and Paste the URL (https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/CA#map) in your browser to determine the Congressional district(s).

Congressional District 3
D. County
Select one or more of the California Counties where the proposed project activities will occur.

Inyo Mono
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LE Certification
LE Certification for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Law Enforcement
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______
Law Enforcement - Page 1

1. Identify areas with high priority law enforcement needs because of public safety, cultural resources, and sensitive environmental habitats, including wilderness areas and areas of critical environmental concerns:

The Bodie Hills and Long Valley management areas contain sensitive Sage Grouse habitat. The Bridgeport management area contains an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC). Both the Granite Mountain and Southern Inyo management areas have Wilderness. Benton management area, including the Volcanic Tableland, has four Wilderness Study Areas (WSA), an ACEC and significant cultural resources. The Owens Valley management area contains the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area and Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA), and the Tungsten Hills, both of which are popular recreation sites with important visual resources.

The Tungsten Hills also have important wintering habitat for deer populations.

2. Describe how the proposed Project relates to OHV Recreation and will sustain OHV Recreation, motorized offhighway access to non-motorized recreation, or OHV Opportunities associated with the Project Area:

The BLM Bishop OHV Law Enforcement program entails a comprehensive plan that includes enforcement of OHV laws, educational outreach and information booths at special events, visitor services, and placement of regulatory signing. Implementation of these activities protects natural and visual resources, as well as provides public safety, and reduces conflict between OHV visitors and other public land users. The program is essential in sustaining the OHV opportunities within the Bishop management area because damaged lands and user conflicts can lead to restricted OHV use.

3. Describe the Applicant's formal or informal cooperation with other law enforcement agencies:

The Bishop BLM has entered into joint agreements (MOU's) with the Inyo National Forest, Mono County Sheriff and Bodie State Park. The MOU's allow Law Enforcement personnel to concurrently enforce OHV laws, regardless of jurisdictional boundaries. The Bishop BLM LE Rangers meets regularly with these agencies and occasionally performs joint patrols. In addition to the agencies listed above, Bishop BLM regularly discusses OHV concerns with neighboring jurisdictions including the Ridgecrest and Carson City BLM, and Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and issues joint OHV recreation commercial and organized event permits. No funding will be utilized on State lands, only on BLM lands surrounding Bodie State Park.

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4. Does the Applicant recover a portion of the law enforcement costs directly associated with privately sponsored OHV events where sponsors have obtained a local permit? Yes No
Explain:

BLM Special Recreation Permits are subject to permit fees as well as cost recovery and are explained in detail at the following link: https://www.blm.gov/programs/recreation/permits-and-fees

5. The Applicant agrees to implement a public education program that includes information on safety programs available in the area and how to report OHV violations? Yes No

6. Describe the Applicant's OHV law enforcement training program including how the training program educates personnel to address OHV safety and natural and cultural resource protection:

Agency patrol staff are trained to identify public safety hazards, respond to emergencies and protect natural and cultural resources. Law Enforcement Officers work closely with BLM Wildlife Biologists and Archaeologists to address environmental and cultural resources that may be threatened by OHV use. Additionally, LE Rangers attend annual mandatory training in the enforcement of title 43 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), which include OHV laws. They also carry the Off-Highway Vehicle Law Enforcement Information booklet published by California State Parks.

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LE Certification for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Law Enforcement
2/28/2024
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7. Is the proposed project in accordance with local or federal plans and the OHMVR Division Strategic Plan?
Yes No

8. LOCAL AGENCIES ONLY - Describe the Applicant's policies and/or agreements regarding enforcement on federal land:

9. COUNTIES ONLY - Describe how the OHV in-lieu of tax funds are being used and whether the use of these fees complements the Applicant's project:

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10. APPLICANTS WHO MANAGE OHV RECREATION FACILITIES – Describe how your organization is meeting its operation and maintenance needs:

For G24 operational and maintenance needs are split between BLM and OHMVRD grant funds. OHMVR funding is generally project specific, such as restoration and trail maintenance. For G24 About 59% of OHV funding comes from the OHV Trust Funds in the form of cooperative agreements. Bishop BLM OHV areas are multiple-use area, and as such are funded through a combination of trust funds and congressionally appropriated funds for the management of lands and resources. Volunteers also provide operational and maintenance needs through trail maintenance, trash removal, visitor services, monitoring, outreach and education.

11. The Applicant agrees to enforce the registration of OHVs and the other provision of Division 16.5 commencing with Section 38000 of the vehicle code and to enforce other applicable laws regarding the operation of OHVs?
Yes No
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Project Cost Estimate
Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Law Enforcement
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______ APPLICANT NAME : BLM - Bishop Field OfficePROJECT TITLE : Law Enforcement PROJECT NUMBER (Division use only) :

G24-01-05-L01
PROJECT TYPE :

Law Enforcement Restoration Education & Safety AcquisitionDevelopment Ground Operations Planning PROJECT DESCRIPTION :

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Bishop Field Office (BIFO) will enforce OHV rules and regulations and monitor for OHV intrusions withinWilderness Areas, Wilderness Study Areas (WSA), Areas of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC), Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA), theAlabama Hills National Scenic Area (NSA) and within the Poleta Open Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area.This grant request will fund the following as shown in the cost estimate:• Labor for the 2 BLM Law Enforcement (LE) Rangers to patrol and enforce OHV rules and regulations.• Labor for the BLM permanent and seasonal staff to monitor and communicate OHV rules and regulations.The Bishop Field Office provides frequent educational outreach through the use of brochures, handouts, websites, field contacts, events and partners.During routine patrols, the BLM Law Enforcement Officer hands out public information documents on rules and regulations three to four days a week andverbally educates the public. The BLM BIFO staff is available five days a week by telephone or in person. Information on public lands managed by theBLM, including OHV specific information, is available seven days a week at the Eastern Sierra Interagency Visitor Center in Lone Pine, and at the WhiteMountain Ranger Station in Bishop. The BLM California website and the BIFO website contains the most up to date information regarding BLM managedlands.

Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match
DIRECT EXPENSESProgram Expenses
1 Staff

1. Staff-Staff-Law Enforcement RangersNotes : Funds requested for two Federal Law EnforcementOfficers to complete deliverables described in the projectdescription including OHV patrols, visitor services, OHV 740.0000 85.000 HRS 62,900.00 58,065.00 4,835.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 5 of 10

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Law Enforcement
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match regulation education, protection of areas closed tomotorized use and installing regulatory signing. Patrol ofOHV use will also occur during busy weekends andholidays. Regular and overtime hours are included. Rate isbased an average of GS 11 wages. G24 costs includesfunding for two LEOs with OHV duties. The rate increase isdue to both annual locality and pay increases and GS stepincreases. Permanent and seasonal staff receive stepincreases for years of service completed. For moreinformation visit https://www.opm.gov/policy-dataoversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages. The federal pay raisefor 2024 is 4.99%. https://www.opm.gov/policy-dataoversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/salarytables/pdf/2024/RUS.pdf2. Staff-Staff-Park RangerNotes : Park Rangers (3 permanent staff) assist the LawEnforcement Officers in the replacement of regulatorysigns, offer recommendations for potential barrierplacement and assist with, monitoring, ground truthing andnotetaking for officer follow up. Monitoring will also occur onbusy weekends and holidays. Overtime and regular hoursare included. Rate is based on an average of GS 7 - 9wages. The rate increase is due to both annual locality andpay increases and GS step increases. Permanent andseasonal staff receive step increases for years of servicecompleted. For more information visithttps://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay60.0000 52.000 HRS 3,120.00 0.00 3,120.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 6 of 10

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Law Enforcement
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match leave/salaries-wages. The federal pay raise for 2024 is4.99%. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/payleave/salaries-wages/salary-tables/pdf/2024/RUS.pdf3. Staff-Seasonal Park RangerNotes : Seasonal Park Rangers assist and LE Officersincluding replacement of OHV regulatory signs, offerrecommendations for potential barrier placement and assistwith, monitoring, ground truthing and notetaking for officerfollow up. Monitoring will occur on busy weekends andholidays. Overtime and regular hours are included. Rate isbased on GS 5 - 7 wages. The rate increase is due to payincreases and GS step increases. The federal pay raise for2024 is 4.99%. https://www.opm.gov/policy-dataoversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/salarytables/pdf/2024/RUS.pdf

65.0000 44.000 HRS 2,860.00 0.00 2,860.00
Total for Staff 68,880.00 58,065.00 10,815.00
2 Contracts3 Materials / Supplies4 Equipment Use Expenses5 Equipment Purchases6 Others Total Program Expenses 68,880.00 58,065.00 10,815.00TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES 68,880.00 58,065.00 10,815.00INDIRECT EXPENSES ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 7 of 10

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Law Enforcement
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match Indirect Costs
1 Indirect Costs

1. Indirect Costs-Indirect CostsNotes : Utilities, Supervision, computer use, office supplies,telephones, first-aid kit, etc.

1.0000 6900.000 EA 6,900.00 0.00 6,900.00

2. Indirect Costs-First-Line SupervisorNotes : The first-line supervisor will assist the LawEnforcement Officers (LEOs) in the field with replacing orrepairing regulatory signs and maintaining barricades toprevent trespass into closed areas. They will monitor fortrespass and unsafe conditions and report findings to theLEOs and other recreation staff. They will prepare fieldreports, ensure project costs are within budget, purchasematerials and supplies and update managementinformation systems. This position may be staffed by anOutdoor Recreation Planner or similar position. Rate isbased on GS 11 wages. Rate increased due to 4.37%federal pay raise and step increases due to time in gradefor federal service. https://www.opm.gov/policy-dataoversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/salarytables/pdf/2023/RUS.pdf

31.0000 58.000 HRS 1,798.00 0.00 1,798.00
Total for Indirect Costs 8,698.00 0.00 8,698.00Total Indirect Costs 8,698.00 0.00 8,698.00TOTAL INDIRECT EXPENSES 8,698.00 0.00 8,698.00TOTAL EXPENDITURES 77,578.00 58,065.00 19,513.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 8 of 10

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Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Law Enforcement
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 9 of 10

Project Cost Summary for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Law Enforcement
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Category Total Grant Req. Match Narrative DIRECT EXPENSESProgram Expenses
1 Staff 68,880.00 58,065.00 10,815.002 Contracts 0.00 0.00 0.003 Materials / Supplies 0.00 0.00 0.004 Equipment Use Expenses 0.00 0.00 0.005 Equipment Purchases 0.00 0.00 0.006 Others 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total Program Expenses 68,880.00 58,065.00 10,815.00TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES 68,880.00 58,065.00 10,815.00INDIRECT EXPENSESIndirect Costs 1 Indirect Costs 8,698.00 0.00 8,698.00
Total Indirect Costs 8,698.00 0.00 8,698.00TOTAL INDIRECT EXPENSES 8,698.00 0.00 8,698.00TOTAL EXPENDITURES 77,578.00 58,065.00 19,513.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 10 of 10

Ground Operations
Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______
Background - Provide a brief description of the Applicant or Land Manger’s organization/program (e.g., location and types of recreation available) - 4970.10.1(d)(1) The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Bishop Field Office (BIFO) is located in Central California on the east side of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Popular tourist destinations such as Yosemite, Death Valley and Manzanar National Parks, Mount Whitney, Mammoth Mountain and the Alabama Hills are within, or adjacent to the field office’s management area. These diverse landscapes and ecosystems can experience wind chill temperatures of 50-60 degrees below freezing in the winter near Bodie, and upwards of 100 degrees in several places throughout the summer. The BIFO shares numerous boundaries with the Inyo National Forest and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) lands, and many OHV routes cross multiple land jurisdictions. The BLM BIFO is comprised of approximately 750,000 acres and spans 150 miles along the popular recreation corridor of Highway 395. The area is known for world-class recreation opportunities and scenery, and is widely considered a destination location for outdoor activities.

Motorized roads and trails lead to a large variety of non-motorized recreation opportunities such as hiking, backpacking, equestrian use, mountain biking, camping, picnicking, fishing, birding and rock climbing. These nonmotorized recreational opportunities are accessed by motorized use within the project area where trail maintenance is being performed. There are 1,800 acres of open riding, and 2,500 miles of roads, trails and primitive routes open to green sticker motorized vehicles. OHV opportunities consist of everything from desert floor single track trails, ideal for motorcyclist enthusiasts, to mountainous roads and primitive routes for all terrain vehicles (ATV), side by sides (SxS), 4x4's and SUV's and other motorized vehicles. There are 426,700 acres of limited use, 160,000 acres of Wilderness, and 161,700 acres of Wilderness Study Areas (WSA). The BIFO offers five developed campgrounds, all with OHV roads or trails accessed directly from the campgrounds, and two interagency visitor centers, the Eastern Sierra Visitor Center in Lone Pine, and the White Mountain Ranger Station in Bishop.

Project Description - The Project Description shall provide sufficient clarity such that those not familiar with the Application or Project can understand what the Applicant intends to do - 4970.10.1(d)(2) Note: Do not add Project Deliverables in this box.

Ground Operations within the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Bishop Field Office (BIFO) is comprised of trail and route maintenance, monitoring, signage, public contacts and outreach, facilities maintenance, and environmental resource management throughout the field office wide project area. All field work mentioned will be documented with Survey123, photographs and gps coordinates. The BLM BIFO is requesting funding to support these activities and has been largely successful in past years due to our partners, volunteers, and funding from the State of California’s Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division.

Ground operations on the BIFO as identified in this project will consist of the following activities:

Trail and Route Maintenance - Most of the annual tread maintenance is based off storm related damage that occurs during summer monsoon season and winter months. This damage is hard to predict but the BIFO relies on the Red, Yellow, Green (RYG) surveys to direct many of the annual maintenance efforts. Since the G18-01-05-P01 planning and route evaluation grant, BIFO has evaluated over 1700 miles of the road and trail system. This has resulted in narrowing priority maintenance to 30-40 miles of inventoried "Red" routes throughout a variety of the BIFO nine management areas. Survey 123 data shows all "Red" routes within the field office and narrows road maintenance priorities to approximately 3% of the overall road/trail system. Management areas that see the highest visitation, serve as main access corridors, or have greater overall connectivity of routes will be prioritized within the "Red" subset of survey data. The BIFO also relies on the public and volunteers to report areas of concern, and those road and trail alignments get prioritized throughout the year and often overlap with routes previously evaluated as "Red". The management areas that met these criteria for G24 include, Owens Valley, Long Valley, Benton, Owens Lake and Bridgeport Valley but may include others depending on seasonal weather events and staff and equipment availability.
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Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ Note: It should be mentioned that severe weather events during the G23 grant cycle created damage throughout the road and trail system. Due to the amount of routes in the BIFO system, not all routes have been reinventoried since the 2022/2023 winter. Access and evaluation will continue via the RYG survey and information is still being gathered due to the amount of damage. New data collected and evaluated as "Red" will also be considered for maintenance during the G24 grant cycle.

Monitoring and Signage - Route monitoring is a critical component to successfully responding to maintenance needs. It's important that we quickly address issues to keep motorized users on routes and reduce resource damage. Park Rangers and BLM staff will regularly install, fix or replace signage throughout the field office wide project area.

Public Contacts and Education - Park Rangers will make public contacts, provide information and education while monitoring OHV routes and facilities. Field presence is highly valued by the public and gives OHV users and recreationists the opportunity to seek guidance and information to make decisions that align with BIFO resource regulations.

Facility Maintenance - This project allows the BIFO to maintain five campgrounds with direct access to OHV trail system and one Open OHV Area. Grant funding allows the BIFO to conduct necessary maintenance and repair that include erosional control maintenance, cleaning, trash removal, painting, vandalism repair, brushing, signage and funds camp host reimbursement (match funds).

Environmental Resource Management - This project funds necessary specialists to survey ground-disturbing project locations and staff needed to monitor habitat and soil conditions for the HMP and 2020 Soil Conservation Plan.

Work Documentation - All field work mentioned above will be documented with Survey123, photographs and gps coordinates to ensure deliverables are met within the project area.

Project Description - 4970.10.1(d)(2)
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Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ List of Project Deliverables - 4970.10.1(d)(2)(A) Provide a list of Project Deliverables the Applicant proposes to undertake # Title Project Deliverable Description

1. Trail/Road Maintenance Maintenance activities on legal green sticker OHV roads and trails are continually needed throughout the field office and include the following:• Repairing use-induced tread problems (whoops, widening and rutting)• Trash and litter removal• Delineating routes• Removing downed trees and brushing• Repairing and stabilizing roads and trails by grading, using rolling dips, and trail hardening with materialsobtained onsite• Signing routes for varied types of use and/ or difficulty levelMonitoring and maintenance will occur throughout the field office. Maintenance activities will occur as neededon roads and trails that are legal for green sticker OHV use.

2. Track Maintenance (i.e., Motocross track,
flat track, etc.)

3. Open Area Maintenance The Poleta Open Area is in need of general maintenance activities which would include; • Improving the delineation/marking of the Open Area boundary with appropriate signage and replacingdeteriorating signs, fencing and/or gates• Maintaining routes with erosional issues using materials obtained on-site• Distributing OHV recreation maps and safety information• Maintaining facilities (see below)

4. Facility Maintenance/Improvements • Provide an outstanding opportunity for OHV camping through facility cleanliness and maintenance, updated kiosks, and maintained trail access• Funding will support campground host reimbursements, seasonal staff and maintenance costs• All five campgrounds will receive erosion control maintenance including grading and installation of speedbumps if necessary. Erosion control features will use materials obtained onsite• Staff will perform invasive weed removal and hazard tree assessment and removal within the campgrounds• Painting, vandalism repair, graffiti removal, trash and littler removal at OHV facilities, on trails, open area, andtrailheads• Vault pumping, portable toilet rental, and garbage collection paid by BLM at campgrounds and Wild Willy's.Poleta portable toilet rental and servicing is requested in contracts for G24. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 3 of 28

Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 5. Signing • Staff will update OHV informational kiosks in the field with emergency information, fresh paint and new map boxes where needed• Staff will ensure route signs are correct, and repair or replace signs as needed using directional and trafficcontrol signage, route marking, hazard marking, OHV education and safety signs, vehicle types, regulatorysigns, difficulty level, reflective decals, etc

6. Fencing/Barriers • Staff will maintain fencing/barriers where needed to ensure open OHV access of appropriate designated use • Rock barriers are sourced on-site or in the general area• Fencing may include the re-use of railroad ties, telephone poles, or logs from the surrounding forest

7. Environmental/Cultural Requirements Soil Conservation Plan:
• Route condition assessments using Survey123, GIS mapping, and photo monitoring• Data collected will be used to determine corrective actions, or to schedule maintenance to reduce soilmovement• Staff will select photo points at locations with heavy OHV use, erodible soils and water crossings• Compliance reporting will utilize photos and maps to show repairs and identify sites requiring maintenance.HMP monitoring and reporting on the listed sensitive species and habitats.Cultural Requirements:• Provide staff to serve as monitors for OHV route/trail maintenance to protect cultural resources• Utilize site stewards to monitor and protect known cultural resources• On the ground activities include heritage site monitoring, site record updates, and surveys to locate sites withassistance of BIFO archaeologists

8. Public Outreach/Visitor Services • Provide BLM BIFO California Trail Users Coalition (CTUC) OHV maps for free to the public at campgrounds, staging areas and visitor centers. Provide Alabama Hills maps for free at two kiosks within the National ScenicArea.• Provide full-time seasonal OHV Technician at the Eastern Sierra Interagency Visitor Center (ESIVC) in LonePine. This position will serve the public as the first point of contact for visitors, provide maps, campground andstaging area information, ensure proper OHV recreational use regulations are available, restock and updatekiosk information. In addition, visitor center staff will communicate and facilitate important informationexchanged between the public and BLM about trail conditions, natural resource concerns and emergencies.They will also conduct OHV monitoring and directional and regulatory sign installation in the field.

9. Winter Activities – Only for areas specific to
where winter OHV recreation occurs. Note:All activities within State funded OSVgrooming contract areas are prohibited) ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 4 of 28

Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10. Other (unique to Ground Operations) • Collect traffic counter data: Technicians will install traffic counters, collect the data procured by traffic counters, and analyze that information in connection with route conditions• Maintenance of UTV used for Soil and HMP monitoring, one UTV and trailer• Photo documentation of field work completed, social media and website presence of responsible OHVrecreation and grant funded ground operations success and accomplishments

11. Other (unique to Ground Operations)12. Other (unique to Ground Operations) ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 5 of 28

Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ How the proposed Project relates to OHV Recreation and will add to, enhance, or otherwise sustain OHV Recreation or OHV Opportunity in the Project Area - 4970.10.1(d)(2)(B) This project is planned with a strategy that will enhance visitor services and satisfaction when they pursue OHV use in the BLM Bishop Field Office’s resource management area. The operation of the campgrounds functions not only as a staging area where OHV recreation users can ride from, but a place where they can gather OHV information.

Continued maintenance of the campgrounds focused on visitor satisfaction and experience, is imperative to preserving natural and cultural resources by decreasing the amount of OHV dispersed camping. By providing staff at the visitor centers, we are ensuring that OHV-related information is available and communicated at the first and main point of public contact in the area. Routine trail maintenance and monitoring is required to sustain OHV recreation opportunities. Routes that have compromised tread conditions tend to cause off-route travel as riders tend to avoid these conditions and pursue the path of least resisistence. Routes that are clearly signed for type, size and width of vehicle lessen user conflict, help ensure proper use of the area, and provide a safe and enjoyable experience. Improved and updated facilities and maps ensure that users have access to OHV information and services for a high quality OHV experience.
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Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ Describe the size of the specific Project Area(s) in acres and/or miles - 4970.10.1(d)(2)(C) The BLM Bishop Field Office (BIFO) is comprised of approximately 750,000 acres and spans 150 miles. Within the BIFO, there are 1,800 acres available for open riding, and 2,500 miles of roads, trails and primitive routes. There are 426,700 acres of limited use, 160,000 acres of Wilderness, and 161,700 acres of Wilderness Study Areas (WSA).

There are five campgrounds that the Bishop Field Office manages. Combined, the campgrounds total approximately 34 acres. Staff will monitor throughout the entire Field Office management area.

The locations and descriptions of existing OHV Opportunities in and around the Project Area - 4970.10.1(d)(2)(D) Located in the Eastern Sierra region of California, the Bishop BLM Resource Area encompasses 750,000 acres of public land across both Inyo and Mono counties. There are many OHV recreation opportunities throughout the management area including approximately 124 miles of motorcycle, ATV and ROV trails, and an 1,800 acre open riding area. There are 2,500 miles of roads, trails and primitive routes. All roads and trails are open year round.

OHV's are utilized to access non-motorized activities in the resource area including camping, fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing and opportunities for solitude. The Bishop BLM operates five campgrounds, three that are open all year, where OHV users can ride directly from the campgrounds.

The Alabama Hills in Lone Pine is located in the southern region of the field office. The Poleta Open Area and the Tungsten Hills are located near the Bishop area. All are very popular OHV and motor touring destinations in the southern region of the field office. Long Valley is located close to Mammoth Lakes and Crowley Lake, where many OHV riding and camping opportunities exist. Adobe Valley provides OHV routes that allow for users to observe the Montgomery Pass Wild Horse herd. Further north is Bridgeport and the Bodie Hills, both offer exceptional scenic and wildlife viewing areas where motor touring and OHV camping are popular.

Rerouting Requirements - 4970.10.1(d)(3)
Rerouting - 4970.10.1(d)(3)
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Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ the Congressional district(s).

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Inyo Mono
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Project Cost Estimate
Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______ APPLICANT NAME : BLM - Bishop Field OfficePROJECT TITLE : Ground Operations PROJECT NUMBER (Division use only) :

G24-01-05-G01
PROJECT TYPE :

Law Enforcement Restoration Education & Safety AcquisitionDevelopment Ground Operations Planning PROJECT DESCRIPTION :

Ground Operations within the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Bishop Field Office (BIFO) is comprised of trail and route maintenance, monitoring,signage, public contacts and outreach, facilities maintenance, and environmental resource management throughout the field office wide project area. Allfield work mentioned will be documented with Survey123, photographs and gps coordinates. The BLM BIFO is requesting funding to support theseactivities and has been largely successful in past years due to our partners, volunteers, and funding from the State of California’s Off-Highway MotorVehicle Recreation Division.Ground operations on the BIFO as identified in this project will consist of the following activities:Trail and Route Maintenance - Most of the annual tread maintenance is based off storm related damage that occurs during summer monsoon seasonand winter months. This damage is hard to predict but the BIFO relies on the Red, Yellow, Green (RYG) surveys to direct many of the annual maintenanceefforts. Since the G18-01-05-P01 planning and route evaluation grant, BIFO has evaluated over 1700 miles of the road and trail system. This has resultedin narrowing priority maintenance to 30-40 miles of inventoried "Red" routes throughout a variety of the BIFO nine management areas. Survey 123 datashows all "Red" routes within the field office and narrows road maintenance priorities to approximately 3% of the overall road/trail system. Managementareas that see the highest visitation, serve as main access corridors, or have greater overall connectivity of routes will be prioritized within the "Red"subset of survey data. The BIFO also relies on the public and volunteers to report areas of concern, and those road and trail alignments get prioritizedthroughout the year and often overlap with routes previously evaluated as "Red". The management areas that met these criteria for G24 include, OwensValley, Long Valley, Benton, Owens Lake and Bridgeport Valley but may include others depending on seasonal weather events and staff and equipmentavailability.Note: It should be mentioned that severe weather events during the G23 grant cycle created damage throughout the road and trail system. Due to theamount of routes in the BIFO system, not all routes have been reinventoried since the 2022/2023 winter. Access and evaluation will continue via the RYGsurvey and information is still being gathered due to the amount of damage. New data collected and evaluated as "Red" will also be considered formaintenance during the G24 grant cycle.Monitoring and Signage - Route monitoring is a critical component to successfully responding to maintenance needs. It's important that we quickly ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 9 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ address issues to keep motorized users on routes and reduce resource damage. Park Rangers and BLM staff will regularly install, fix or replace signage throughout the field office wide project area.Public Contacts and Education - Park Rangers will make public contacts, provide information and education while monitoring OHV routes and facilities.Field presence is highly valued by the public and gives OHV users and recreationists the opportunity to seek guidance and information to make decisionsthat align with BIFO resource regulations.Facility Maintenance - This project allows the BIFO to maintain five campgrounds with direct access to OHV trail system and one Open OHV Area. Grantfunding allows the BIFO to conduct necessary maintenance and repair that include erosional control maintenance, cleaning, trash removal, painting,vandalism repair, brushing, signage and funds camp host reimbursement (match funds).Environmental Resource Management - This project funds necessary specialists to survey ground-disturbing project locations and staff needed tomonitor habitat and soil conditions for the HMP and 2020 Soil Conservation Plan.Work Documentation - All field work mentioned above will be documented with Survey123, photographs and gps coordinates to ensure deliverables aremet within the project area.

Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match
DIRECT EXPENSESProgram Expenses
1 Staff

1. Staff-OHV Technicians - SeasonalNotes : Four seasonal OHV Technicians will perform dutiesassociated with completing deliverables #1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8.Their time will be split 50% between G22 restoration andG24 GO projects. The quantity of hours listed in the GOcost estimate include GO hours only. The rate is based onan average from General Schedule (GS) 5 to Wage Grade(WG) 7. G24 increase due to 2024 pay raise increase of4.99% and step increases due to continued federal service 1800.0000 44.000 HRS 79,200.00 79,200.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 10 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/payleave/salaries-wages/salary-tables/pdf/2024/RUS.pdf2. Staff-Visitor Center Technician- SeasonalNotes : One technician will staff the visitor center (VC) inLone Pine to provide OHV information to visitors, ensurekiosks and information boards are updated, communicatesafety information and OHV laws, and relay visitor reportedresource concerns to BLM staff. The VC technician will alsomonitor in the field part time performing sign replacement,and repair, delineate routes, remove trash, monitor soilconditions, perform photo monitoring, and make visitorcontacts. Daily logs from VC staff show that OHV relatedinquiries occur throughout each business day and thathundreds of visitors stop at the VC daily. The employee is aGS7 including cost-to-gov as we are not able to hire at theGS5 due to cost of living in the area. Regular and overtimehours are included. This is a G24 increase due to 2024 payraise increase of 4.99% and step increases due tocontinued federal service https://www.opm.gov/policy-dataoversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/salarytables/pdf/2024/RUS.pdf 900.0000 44.000 HRS 39,600.00 39,600.00 0.00

3. Staff-Permanent Recreation StaffNotes : Three Park Rangers and two Recreation Plannerswill work in the field with seasonal technicians to ensuremonitoring and maintenance schedules and protocols arefollowed correctly. They will install and repair signs, monitorhigh-use OHV areas, delineate routes, collect soil condition 2000.0000 59.000 HRS 118,000.00 82,000.00 36,000.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 11 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match assessments, remove trash and make visitor contacts. Thehourly rate is based on an average from GS 7 to 11 cost togovernment. Regular and overtime hours are included. AG24 increase is due to 2024 pay raise increase of 4.99%and step increases due to continued federal servicehttps://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/payleave/salaries-wages/salary-tables/pdf/2024/RUS.pdf4. Staff-Civil Engineering TechnicianNotes : Engineering technician will be the lead on anymajor facilities maintenance projects including road repairand campground work. They will work with the otherrecreation staff to provide support on water systemmaintenance and project planning and preparation. Regularand overtime hours included. A G24 increase is due to2024 pay raise increase of 4.99% and step increases dueto continued federal service https://www.opm.gov/policydata-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/salarytables/pdf/2024/RUS.pdf 200.0000 65.000 HRS 13,000.00 13,000.00 0.00

5. Staff-Campground HostsNotes : Volunteer campground hosts are reimbursed at arate of $24.00 per day (no hourly rate available) up to $720per month per camp host at Tuttle Creek, Goodale Creekand PV Pit campgrounds are open year-round. HortonCreek and Crowley Lake campgrounds are open May -October. 1515.0000 24.000 HRS 36,360.00 0.00 36,360.00

6. Staff-VolunteersNotes : Volunteers will help with trail and or road

60.0000 37.320 HRS 2,239.00 0.00 2,239.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 12 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match maintenance, trash removal and signing. G24 rate increasedue to current value as specified on the most recentIndependent Sector website for the State of CA.https://independentsector.org/wpcontent/uploads/2023/04/Value-of-Volunteer-Time-byState-2001-2022.pdf7. Staff-Resource SpecialistsNotes : Resource specialists will survey ground-disturbingproject locations, and will monitor habitat and soilconditions for the HMP and Soils Conservation Plan. Thisline item includes staff time for Biologists, Botanists, andRangeland Management Specialists to complete the HMPand SCP requirements. The rate is based on an average ofGS 11 wages between steps 1 and 10. Regular andovertime hours are included. A G24 increase is due to 2024pay raise increase of 4.99% and step increases due tocontinued federal service https://www.opm.gov/policy-dataoversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/salarytables/pdf/2024/RUS.pdf 160.0000 71.000 HRS 11,360.00 11,360.00 0.00

8. Staff-Resource Technicians - SeasonalNotes : Resource technicians will assist staff with surveysand monitoring for ground-disturbing projects and the HMPand Soils Conservation Plan. Rate is based on an averageof GS 5 to WG 7. Regular and overtime hours are included.A G24 increase is due to 2024 pay raise increase of 4.99%and step increases due to continued federal servicehttps://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay160.0000 44.000 HRS 7,040.00 7,040.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 13 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match leave/salaries-wages/salary-tables/pdf/2024/RUS.pdf9. Staff-GIS TechnicianNotes : Two seasonal GIS technicians per year will splittheir time 50% between the G24 ground operations andG22 restoration projects. The quantity of hours listed in thiscost estimate include ground operation hours only. Dutiesunder the ground operations project include data collectionin the field for route condition assessments and trafficcounter data. They will provide map products to field crewsand specialists and provide guidance on data collectionmethods. They assist permanent staff with monitoring andsign replacement. In addition they assist with complexmapping and data collection issues such as modeling andreporting and IT related issues. Rate is an average of GS 5-7. Regular and overtime hours are included. G24 increasedue to 2024 pay raise increase of 4.99% and stepincreases due to continued federal servicehttps://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/payleave/salaries-wages/salary-tables/pdf/2024/RUS.pdf 900.0000 44.000 HRS 39,600.00 39,600.00 0.00
Total for Staff 346,399.00 271,800.00 74,599.00
2 Contracts

1. Contracts-Poleta Open OHV Area Toilet ServicesNotes : Services include portable toilet rental, cleaning andservicing (pumping)Twelve months of service. The prices below are broken up

12.0000 357.860 MOS 4,294.00 4,294.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 14 of 28

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Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match in the price years of the existing contract with the vendor.Five months during Option Year 2 and seven months ofOption Year 3 of contract with the following breakdown.5 months at 347.72 Jan 1-May 31 (Monthly Rate $347.72)7 months at 365.11 June 1-Dec 31 (Monthly Rate $365.11)These #'s were totaled and averaged for the monthly rate inthe cost estimate. 3 Materials / Supplies

1. Materials / Supplies-Tools and Maintenance SuppliesNotes : Post hole diggers, carsonite pounders, fencepullers, shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, chainsaws, paintand brushes, graffiti remover, water tanks, bolts, rope,chain, locks, screws, nails, power and manual hand tools,power tools, tool boxes, tool sets, organizational items,specialty tools, concrete and lumber for sign installation,painting supplies, woodworking supplies, metal worksupplies, welding supplies etc. Cost up from G23 becauseno cost increase has occurred in this category for two grantcycles. Inflation and cost of goods has increased for allitems in this category. 5000.0000 1.000 MISC 5,000.00 5,000.00 0.00

2. Materials / Supplies-Personal Protective EquipmentNotes : Helmets, goggles, gloves, hearing protection, handwarmers, eye protection, sun protection, thermal coldweather protection, protective footwear for field work etc.Additional items were identified as critical needs to performOHV field work. Unlike other agencies, BLM does not offera protective work boot allowance. Cost up from G23 5000.0000 1.000 MISC 5,000.00 5,000.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 15 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match because no cost increase has occurred in this category fortwo grant cycles. Inflation and cost of goods has increasedfor all items in this category. Many of the items in thiscategory are unique to the individual, often wear out, havereached a status that is unsanitary and need to bepurchased annually for 11 workers. Within the grantperformance period the BIFO has two rounds of seasonalhiring (Spring and Fall) to perform the work on this project.Some items would have to be purchased for each hiringcycle when needed or item cannot be passed down. Tempsacross the field office project area can range from -50 to100 degrees and require all forms of PPE mentioned.3. Materials / Supplies-Janitorial SuppliesNotes : Cleaning supplies for the BLM OHV campgroundfacilities including toilet paper, paper towels, cleaners,replacement TP holders, sponges, mops, sprayers, handsanitizer, water containers, brooms, buckets, hoses, powerwasher etc. Products with recycled content such as toiletpaper and paper towels will be purchased. Cost up fromG23 because no cost increase has occurred in thiscategory for two grant cycles. Inflation and cost of goodshas increased for all items in this category. 11500.0000 1.000 MISC 11,500.00 11,500.00 0.00

4. Materials / Supplies-Signs & MapsNotes : Purchase of new and replacement carsonites routemarkers for directional information, strip decals,informational decals, sign posts, aluminum signs, mapholders, sign pounders and pullers. Funding will include, 5000.0000 1.000 MISC 5,000.00 5,000.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 16 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match design fees when appropriate, printing, reprinting,informational signage, brochures etc. Cost up from G23because no cost increase has occurred in this category fortwo grant cycles. Inflation and cost of goods has increasedfor all items in this category.5. Materials / Supplies-Traffic CountersNotes : TRAFx subsurface traffic counters need to bereplaced and additional counters can be introduced toincrease data collection efforts. They will be purchaseddirect from the vendor. https://www.trafx.net/. Price includesshipping costs.

2.0000 700.000 EA 1,400.00 0.00 1,400.00

6. Materials / Supplies-Camera KitNotes : High resolution and fast shutter camera system withtelephoto lens for kiosk enhancements, volunteer workdays, grant reporting, social media and web. Showcasingthe ground operations work in the project area, sharingroad/ trail updates, producing reports for the OHMVRDivision, developing signage and promoting responsibleOHV recreation is necessary for the success of this project.Not all field employees are issued government cell phonesor tablets and this is especially the case for seasonalemployees specifically funded by this project. A dedicatedcamera system that can perform the needs mentioned willeliminate the need for seasonal employees to utilizepersonal equipment or devices during the project. A qualitycamera system is requested due to the performanceneeded and overall durability requirements given the nature 4000.0000 1.000 EA 4,000.00 4,000.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 17 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match of the work in extreme environments including rain, snowand dust.7. Materials / Supplies-Welder and EquipmentNotes : In the past we've borrowed or utilized this piece ofequipment from another agency. It's been determined thatthe need for a BLM owned welder and related equipmentfor OHV campgrounds, signage etc for G24.Welder estimated costs include:- $4200 welder + basic accessories- $400 welder cart- $300 welding table 4900.0000 1.000 EA 4,900.00 4,900.00 0.00
Total for Materials / Supplies 36,800.00 35,400.00 1,400.00 4 Equipment Use Expenses

1. Equipment Use Expenses-UTV MaintenanceNotes : One UTV is utilized for OHV ground operations andwas purchased with OHMVR grant funds from a previousgrant cycle several years back. The equipment may needreplacement tires, brakes, oil, air filter, belt, replacementlighting, inspection, etc. Increase from G23 due toincreased maintenance need, inflation and rising cost ofgoods and services. All work to be completed at a licensedmechanic shop.

1.0000 1500.000 MISC 1,500.00 1,500.00 0.00
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Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match 6 Others

1. Road Base & Decomposed GraniteNotes : Road base (RB) and Decomposed Granite (DG) willbe purchased in addition to recycled materials obtainedonsite for facility road maintenance at the campgroundsand Poleta. Contracting is not possible within the timeframeof the GO project performance period, so costs must bekept under $10,000 to satisfy gov purchasing requirements.There are 5 campgrounds and Poleta that need RB and/orDG. We estimate this funding will allow us to complete 1/4of the maintenance needed at this time. We will prioritizebased on conditions at the time funding is received.Material will be purchased from a local vendor anddelivered on site. Rate is based on estimate from 1/19/2024and there may be cost increase of items due to inflation andprice of goods.$140/hour truck rateDG $14/yard, truckload = 12 yardsRB $20/ton, truckload = 18 tons.

1.0000 10000.000 MISC 10,000.00 7,000.00 3,000.00

2. Cargo Trailer Maint. and AccessoriesNotes : One cargo trailer with four tires was purchased withprevious years grant funds. The trailer requires annualmaintenance, inspections, tires, tail light bulb replacement,wire harness repair etc. Funds up from G23 to purchase aspare tire/ gas can holder to safely secure items related totransport of UTV.

1.0000 1500.000 MISC 1,500.00 1,500.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 19 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match

3. Equipment RentalNotes : Use of an excavator, backhoe, skid steer (orsimilar) at approximately $500 to $1000 per day from arental shop. Transport or delivery fees may be required dueto our remote field office setting depending on equipmentavailability. The rental equipment would be used tomaintain OHV facilities including staging areas,campgrounds, Poleta Open OHV Area, and road and trailalignments in the project area.PCE reflects:9 days x $500 per day for skid steer or similar4 days x $1000 per day for backhoe, excavator or similarTransport/ Delivery/ Trailer Fees: Up to $1500

1.0000 10000.000 EA 10,000.00 10,000.00 0.00

4. Trash and Litter Disposal FeesNotes : Trash and litter collection is a project deliverable.The cost to dispose of certain types of litter at the locallandfill range based on material and quantity collected. Thisline item is new for G24 and covers the cost of disposalfees during the performance period along OHV routes.

1.0000 5000.000 EA 5,000.00 5,000.00 0.00
Total for Others 26,500.00 23,500.00 3,000.00Total Program Expenses 415,493.00 336,494.00 78,999.00TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES 415,493.00 336,494.00 78,999.00INDIRECT EXPENSESIndirect Costs ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 20 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match 1 Indirect Costs

1. Indirect Costs-Utility costs, supervision, adminNotes : Utility costs, supervision and administration,postage, telephone bills, computer use and first-aid kits.

1.0000 40000.000 MISC 40,000.00 0.00 40,000.00

2. Indirect Costs-Field GearNotes : Field gear for permanent and seasonal staff (up to11 people) includes backpacks, binoculars, hats,notebooks, hydration items, water bottles and bladders,electrolyte supplements, sunglasses, coolers and lunchtotes, etc.

1.0000 4000.000 MISC 4,000.00 4,000.00 0.00

3. Indirect Costs-Vehicle Related EquipmentNotes : Basic 4WD accessories for fleet vehicle use. Itemswould include recovery equipment like traction boards, towropes, shackles, jacks etc. Vehicle safety items needed forroutine incidents like dead battery, low tire pressure, etc.

1.0000 2000.000 MISC 2,000.00 2,000.00 0.00

4. Indirect Costs-TabletsNotes : New or replacement tablets to continue Survey 123data collection and Red, Yellow, Green route monitoring.This may include cases, chargers, increased storagecapacity etc. Costs increase of items due to inflation andprice of goods.

2.0000 900.000 EA 1,800.00 0.00 1,800.00
Total for Indirect Costs 47,800.00 6,000.00 41,800.00Total Indirect Costs 47,800.00 6,000.00 41,800.00TOTAL INDIRECT EXPENSES 47,800.00 6,000.00 41,800.00TOTAL EXPENDITURES 463,293.00 342,494.00 120,799.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 21 of 28

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 22 of 28

Project Cost Summary for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Category Total Grant Req. Match Narrative DIRECT EXPENSESProgram Expenses
1 Staff 346,399.00 271,800.00 74,599.002 Contracts 4,294.00 4,294.00 0.003 Materials / Supplies 36,800.00 35,400.00 1,400.004 Equipment Use Expenses 1,500.00 1,500.00 0.005 Equipment Purchases 0.00 0.00 0.006 Others 26,500.00 23,500.00 3,000.00 Total Program Expenses 415,493.00 336,494.00 78,999.00TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES 415,493.00 336,494.00 78,999.00INDIRECT EXPENSESIndirect Costs 1 Indirect Costs 47,800.00 6,000.00 41,800.00
Total Indirect Costs 47,800.00 6,000.00 41,800.00TOTAL INDIRECT EXPENSES 47,800.00 6,000.00 41,800.00TOTAL EXPENDITURES 463,293.00 342,494.00 120,799.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 23 of 28

Soil Conservation
Soil Conservation for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______ PART 1 - DETERMINE THE NEED FOR FULL SOIL CONSERVATION PLAN (SCP) All Applicants submitting Projects involving Ground Disturbing Activities shall submit a Soil Conservation Plan (SCP) that achieves the Soil ConservationStandard with regard to the proposed Project(s). The SCP must cover the combined Project Area of all proposed Projects with Ground Disturbing Activities.

Applicants able to certify that none of the proposed activities listed in the Application have potential to cause erosion or sedimentation which significantly affects resourcevalues beyond the Facilities, or generate soil loss that exceeds restorability, shall submit the Soil Conservation Plan form only. Applicants who cannot certify that theproposed activities listed in the Application will have no potential to cause erosion or sedimentation which significantly affects resource values beyond the Facilities orgenerate soil loss that exceeds restorability shall submit the Soil Conservation Plan form and a Soil Conservation Plan (refer to 14 CCR Section 4970.06.3).

1. Do any of proposed Projects involve Ground Disturbing Activities? (If you checked YES, complete # Question 2. If you checked NO, stop here, and proceed to the Evaluation section).

Yes No

2. Can the Applicant certify that none of the proposed Projects with Ground Disturbing Activities, including the OHV Recreation directly facilitated by these activities, have potential to cause erosion or sedimentation which significantly affects resource values beyondthe Facilities, or generate soil loss that exceeds restorability? (If you checked YES complete SCP Form Item #2. If you checked NO,complete a Soil Conservation Plan at time of Final Application, and proceed to the Evaluation section).

Yes No
SCP Form Item #2
Discuss the analysis and justification used to certify that the proposed Project, or OHV Recreation activity, does not have the potential to cause erosion or sedimentationwhich significantly affects resource values beyond the Facilities, or generate soil loss that exceeds restorability. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 24 of 28

Evaluation Criteria
Evaluation Criteria for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______

1. Project Cost Estimate - Q 1. (Auto populates from Cost Estimate)

1. As calculated on the Project Cost Estimate, the percentage of the cost of the Project covered by the Applicant is:
2 (Note: This field will auto-populate once the Cost Estimate and Evaluation Criteria are Validated.) 76% or more (10 points)
66% - 75% (7 points)
51% - 65% (5 points)
36% - 50% (4 points)
26% - 35% (2 points)
25% (Match minimum) (No points)

2. Failure to Complete - Q 2.

2. Failure to complete the Project will result in: 8
(Check all that apply) - Scoring: Maximum of 8 points - Provide a detailed explanation for each statement checked.

Loss of OHV Opportunity (6 points)
[Without proper maintenance, roads/trails will fall into a state of disrepair and can lead to soil erosion and loss of the trail. The project intends to maintain existing roads/trails and promote access to OHV opportunities, including developed campgrounds.]
Negative impact to cultural sites (2 points)
[Cultural sites are present throughout the field office. Roads/trails are surveyed prior to work to avoid adverse impacts. With maintenance, OHV users will often stay on existing routes therefore avoiding negative impacts to cultural sites.]
Damage to special-status species or other sensitive habitat (2 points) [Special status species and their habitat are present throughout the field office. Roads/trails are surveyed prior to work to avoid adverse impacts. With
maintenance, OHV users will often stay on existing routes therefore avoiding negative impacts to special status species habitats.]
Potential trespass (2 points)
[Potential trespass can occur when legal and illegal OHV routes are not properly signed. The project will enhance signing and maintain existing routes.]
Additional damage to Facilities (1 point)
[Additional damage may occur at campgrounds and staging areas if not maintained. This includes providing toilet facilities. If facilities are not
maintained, then people use the surrounding area to relieve themselves and leave the tread surface to avoid ruts and holes.]

3. Sustain OHV Opportunity - Q 3.

3. The Project will sustain OHV Opportunity by: 13
(Check all that apply) - Provide a detailed explanation for each statement checked.

Maintaining trails that provide for multi-use (ATV, Dirt Bikes, 4x4, etc.) (5 points) [Maintenance on existing roads/trails may include installing/repairing erosion control, repairing tread such as __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 25 of 28

Evaluation Criteria for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ whoops or ruts, and stabilizing roads/trails on both multi-use and single-vehicle use routes.] Installing or repairing erosion control features (3 points) [Installing/repairing erosion control features will consist of water bars, rolling dips, bumps and proper camber.]
Providing traffic control and/or educational signage (3 points) [Repairing, replacing, or installing educational and directional signing will help direct and keep users on designated roads/trails and will protect sensitive resources from off-route travel.] Maintaining trail or road tread for single vehicle use (1 point) [Tread on single track trails is maintained by deterring larger vehicle use through placements of barriers and signs, and by repairing use-induced whoops and widening.] Providing varied levels of riding difficulty (1 point)
[Staff will place signs at and along trails with difficulty rating symbols which are maintained through grading, rolling dips, brushing, raking and trail hardening.]

4. Public Input - Q 4.

4. The Project was developed with public input prior to the preliminary Application filing deadline.

Public input employed the following:
2 Provide a detailed explanation for each statement checked. Identify date(s) of meetings, location(s), participants, how public was notified of the meeting, and who hosted the meeting. Applicant must identify how distinct stakeholders are stakeholder to the Project. Do not include internal agency meetings or meetings that occurred more than 12 months prior to filing the preliminary Application.

Note: For any meeting held virtually, the Applicant must notify the Division prior to the virtual meeting by email at [email protected].
(Check all that apply)
The Applicant initiated and conducted publicly noticed meeting(s), held either in-person or virtual, with the general public to discuss Project (1 point)
[A public meeting was held on 2/21/2024 at 5pm via Zoom. The press release for this meeting was sent out and posted to the BLM website on 2/12/24 and can be viewed via this link. https://www.blm.gov/pressrelease/blm-and-inyo-national-forest-seek-public-input-highway-vehicle-grants-2 We notified the OHMVRD on 2/12/24 of the virtual meeting via [email protected] and cc'd grants manager Jenn Grady and grant administrator Armando Tamayo . We also notified that it would be a joint effort with the Inyo National Forest. The meeting had six (6) panelists in total. Two (2) were from the Bishop BLM Field Office and four (4) from the Inyo National Forest. 35 individuals outside the panelists attended.] The Applicant held a meeting(s), held either in-person or virtual, with multiple distinct stakeholders separate from their general public meeting (1 point)
[A stakeholder meeting was held on 2/21/2024 at 3:30pm via Zoom. This occurred directly prior to the public meeting. We notified the division on 2/12/24 at [email protected] that this would be a virtual meeting as well. The stakeholder invite went out via email on 2/12/24 with a reminder email sent out on 2/21/24. The meeting had six (6) panelists in total. Two (2) were from the Bishop BLM Field Office and four (4) from the Inyo National Forest. 26 individuals outside the panelists attended. Stakeholders included members from the adjacent USFS lands and Town of Mammoth Lakes all of whom share boundaries with the project and project area and the OHV opportunities present. Other stakeholders included representatives from Valley Outdoors, Eastern Sierra 4x4 Club and other OHV partner groups. These attendees are all active OHV recreationists, live close to BLM OHV roads and trails, help maintain the area and have a stake in maintaining motorized access on the road and trail system within the BIFO.]

5. Utilization of Partnerships - Q 5.

5. The Project will utilize partnerships to successfully accomplish the Project. Identify the number of organizations that will actively participate in the Project. Partners cannot include any unit of 4 __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 26 of 28

Evaluation Criteria for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ the OHVMR Division, subcontractors, any participant being paid by this OHV Grant and Cooperative agreement, or any Grantee receiving Grant funds for a Project in the Project Area as specified in this Application.
(Check the one most appropriate)
4 or more (4 points)
2 to 3 (2 points)
1 (1 point)
None (No points)
List each partner organization(s) separately and provide a detailed explanation for how each partner(s) will participate in the Project:

1. Eastern Sierra Four Wheel Drive Club will assist the BLM with installing signs, monitoring route conditions and providing maps and educational information at kiosks.

2. Adventure Trails of the Eastern Sierra Inc. will assist the BLM with installing signs, monitoring route conditions and providing maps and educational information at kiosks.

3. Valley Outdoors will assist the BLM with installing signs, monitoring route conditions and providing maps and educational information at kiosks.

4. Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association (ESIA) will assist the BLM with installing signs, monitoring route conditions and providing maps and educational information at kiosks.

6. Impact to Natural and Cultural Resources - Q 6.

6. The Project will avoid and/or minimize impact to natural and cultural resources by: 5 (Check all that apply) - Scoring: Maximum of 7 points. Provide a detailed explanation for each statement checked:

Controlling OHV use (i.e. signage, route delineation, etc.) (1 point) [Controlling OHV use will occur through route signing for proper vehicle types, open/closed routes and delineation of OHV parking areas to prevent resource damage.] Protecting water quality (1 point)
[Protecting water quality will occur through maintaining erosion control features and repairing tread surface on routes near water sources.]
Providing an alternative to wet crossings where appropriate (1 point) Protecting special-status species (1 point)
[Special Status Species including Bi-State Sage Grouse, Pigmy Rabbit and Owen's Valley Vole will be protected by keeping OHV use to designated roads/trails. Roads/trails are surveyed prior to maintenance to avoid adverse impacts. By maintaining routes, OHV users will often stay on existing routes, instead of leaving the tread surface, therefore avoiding negative impacts to habitat.] Re-routing trails to divert away from riparian/wetlands areas (1 point) Providing sanitary facilities (1 point)
[Sanitary facilities located at five developed campgrounds will be maintained through BLM funding. This includes restroom cleaning and trash services at all developed campgrounds as well as recreation sites adjacent to green sticker routes within the project area.] Protecting cultural site(s) (1 point)
[Protection of cultural sites is completed through trail maintenance by keeping OHV use on trails. Known cultural sites are closed to OHV activity and the project will maintain closure barricades and signs.] Site is completely fenced and has no impacts to natural and cultural resources (7 points)

7. Recycled Materials - Q 7.
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Applicant: BLM - Bishop Field Office

Application: Ground Operations
2/28/2024
__________________________________________________________________________

7. The Project incorporates recycled materials by utilizing: 5 (Check all that apply)
Barrier materials which include recycled content or materials obtained onsite (1 point) Signs, sign posts or education kiosks which use products with recycled content (1 point) Erosion control features which use materials with recycled content or materials obtained onsite (1 point) Paper used for trail maps which includes recycled content (1 point) Other products with recycled content (Specify) (1 point) [Janitorial supplies including toilet paper and paper towels, etc.]

8. Motorized Access - Q 8.

8. The Project improves and/or maintains facilities that provide motorized access to the following non-motorized recreation opportunities (Respond ONLY if Ground Operations Project involves trail maintenance).
6 (Check all that apply) - Scoring: 2 points each, up to a maximum of 6 points Camping
[The BIFO offers everything from five developed
campgrounds to dispersed camping opportunities
throughout the project area. Camping opportunities
are accessed by motorized use within the project
area where trail maintenance is being performed.]
Birding
[With vast expanses and a variety of habitat, the
BIFO offers excellent opportunities for birding.

Birding opportunities are accessed by motorized use
within the project area where trail maintenance is
being performed.]
Hiking
[Non motorized trails and hiking opportunities exist
throughout the BIFO, and often have a direct nexus
to an OHV route or access point. Hiking
opportunities are accessed by motorized use within
the project area where trail maintenance is being
performed.]
Equestrian trails
[Many mixed use trails and roads exist throughout
the field office and offer opportunities for equestrian use. Equestrian opportunities are accessed by
motorized use within the project area where trail
maintenance is being performed.]
Fishing
[There are many opportunities to fish lakes and
rivers within the BIFO. Numberous BIFO roads and
trails meet up with adjacent land jurisdictions and
provide access and opportunities for anglers. Fishing
opportunities are accessed by motorized use within
the project area where trail maintenance is being
performed.]
Rock Climbing
[World-class rock climbing and bouldering exists
throughout the BIFO. Climbing opportunities exist at
varied difficulty levels and is a major draw to the
BIFO and adjacent land jurisdictions. Climbing
opportunities are accessed by motorized use within
the project area where trail maintenance is being
performed.]
Hunting
[There are opportunities for hunting a variety of
species that comply with State Fish and Wildlife
regulations and seasons. Hunting opportunities are
accessed by motorized use within the project area
where trail maintenance is being performed.]
Other (specify)
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Ground Operations
Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______
Background - Provide a brief description of the Applicant or Land Manger’s organization/program (e.g., location and types of recreation available) - 4970.10.1(d)(1) The Inyo National Forest was established on May 25, 1907. The Inyo includes much of the Eastern Sierra Nevada the White Mountains and Inyo Mountains of California and Nevada. The word "Inyo" comes from the Paiute word meaning "Dwelling place of the great spirit". The Inyo hosts several important landmarks: including Mount Whitney, the highest point in the contiguous United States; Boundary Peak, the highest point in Nevada; and the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest that protects the oldest trees in the world. The Inyo also offers world class downhill skiing at Mammoth and June Mountain Ski Areas. The Forest, encompassing much of the Owens Valley, was established by Theodore Roosevelt as a way of protecting the watershed in order to deliver water to a growing population. This included sectioning off land to accommodate the Los Angeles Aqueduct project in 1907, making the Inyo National Forest one of the least wooded forests in the United States National Forest System. The Inyo stretches from Mono Mills in the North to Kennedy Meadows in the South, stretching a total of 165 miles.

The entire Inyo National Forest OHV program offers 2,200 miles of designated OHV roads and motorized trails, of which 92% (2027 miles) are in California. In total 1705 miles are open level 2 OHV roads and 322 miles are motorized trails. Approximately 50 miles of the trail system are available only for motorcycles and vehicles less than 50". The Inyo provides five popular OHV accessible campgrounds (Hartley Springs, Glass Creek, Upper and Lower Deadman and Big Springs campground). The Forest has nine OHV trailhead staging areas with OHV maps and information kiosks. All staging areas are located next to OHV routes and loops. The Inyo has approximately 118 miles of marked OHV loops (Mammoth to June, Mammoth Loop, Lookout Loop, Hartley Loop and Crater Loop.) The Forest shares numerous boundaries with Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) lands. These adjacent land jurisdictions operate without travel management unlike USFS designated routes. Many of these routes connect into and from other land jurisdictions onto the Inyo NF system of OHV designated roads and trails. Ground operations will include USFS management, signage, barriers and monitoring along these land boundaries to keep OHV users on designated routes. All activities under ground operations occur within the jurisdiction of the United States Forest Service - Inyo National Forest.

The proposed grant funds will help maintain numerous OHV experiences and facilities throughout the Inyo National Forest, while allowing a variety of motorized user groups access to world-class scenery and terrain. Many Inyo National Forest designated OHV routes provide motorized access for a variety of non-motorized recreation activities including camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, birding, rock climbing and backcountry skiing with the primary function of serving the OHV community with unique opportunities for trail connectivity and long-distance touring. With over 2,000 miles of OHV system roads and trails available on Forest, California OHMVR division grant funds are a critical component to keeping this expansive OHV road and trail network maintained and safe for public use. During the winter months there are approximately 250,000 acres of public lands available for OSV use. The Inyo grooms 90 miles of trail for OSV use, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

Project Description - The Project Description shall provide sufficient clarity such that those not familiar with the Application or Project can understand what the Applicant intends to do - 4970.10.1(d)(2) Note: Do not add Project Deliverables in this box.

The Forest-wide Ground Operations Maintenance and Repairs project will enable the Inyo National Forest to continue to provide a high quality and safe OHV system routes for the recreating public while minimizing impacts to natural and cultural resources. The extensive OHV road and trail system will be the focus of repairs and maintenance. Areas are prioritized based on use, severity and resource concerns, identified in part through prior years' monitoring of stability and soil conditions as outlined in the Soil Conservation Plans. The Inyo National Forest stretches from Mono City to Kennedy Meadows creating long driving distances for employees requiring some overnight stays to more remote locations.

Best Management Practices, as referenced in the 2020 Soil Conservation Standards will be employed where applicable. Partnerships will be relied on heavily to assist with implementing maintenance work which will include __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 1 of 24

Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ installing and maintaining rolling dips and lead-off ditches. These features will be constructed to reduce erosion and non-point source pollution and to restore natural hydrologic function in the Mammoth and Bishop OHV areas. We anticipate this will reduce the need for more costly repairs in the future. Partners involved with this work will include Valley Outdoors and Adventure Trails. Due to the Forest being heavily understaffed, these partnerships are critical and help ensure that the Forest’s OHV routes are maintained and rideable. Following BMP implementation, BMP effectiveness and validation monitoring will take place using appropriate handbooks, evaluation forms and protocols as described in the Soil Conservation Plan. Field personnel will be trained in GPS use, resource monitoring (commonly known as Red/Yellow/Green monitoring), and reporting methods. Monitoring will be performed on a fiveyear cycle for OHV roads and trails.

OHV specific fieldwork will be conducted by four GS-7 crew members throughout the forest. Ground operations fieldwork will include repairing use- induced tread problems (whoops, widening, rutting), cleaning and repairing restrooms, removing trash, painting, updating information boards/kiosks, delineating/ confining routes and campsites, removing downed trees, signing routes, stabilizing roads and trails. All mentioned OHV staff will be utilizing USFS provided vehicles displaying the USFS logo, and will assist OHV users with information, maps and provide guidance on a variety of federal and state OHV rules and regulations. In addition to routine monitoring and forest presence, OHV staff will work directly with existing partners in the field to amplify Forest efforts and provide agency guidance and leadership during non-governmental organization OHV events and gatherings.

Project Description - 4970.10.1(d)(2)
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Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ List of Project Deliverables - 4970.10.1(d)(2)(A) Provide a list of Project Deliverables the Applicant proposes to undertake # Title Project Deliverable Description

1. Trail/Road Maintenance OHV Green sticker route maintenance. The Inyo NF will perform general maintenance on OHV routes utilizing heavy equipment on roads open to green sticker OHV "vehicles". Maintenance activities include rolling dips andlead-off ditches as well as identifying other maintenance needs to reduce erosion. Routine maintenance suchas removing downed trees and other debris off routes will occur regularly.The Inyo will work with members of various groups and partners such as: Valley Outdoors, Eastern Sierra 4x4Club, Inyo County & Adventure Trails to monitor forest roads and trails. Forest OHV employees will monitorOHV roads and trails. Volunteers and forest employees will conduct road assessments to collect data wherework is needed.

2. Track Maintenance (i.e., Motocross track,
flat track, etc.)
N/A

3. Open Area Maintenance N/A4. Facility Maintenance/Improvements Inyo NF staff and volunteers will clean and maintain the five OHV Campgrounds (Glass Creek, Hartley Springs, Big Springs, Lower and Upper Deadman). Remove trash, clean campfire rings, clean and maintain restrooms.The Info NF will maintain signage at information kiosk at entrances to the five OHV Campgrounds. Toilet paperwill be made recycled materials.

5. Signing Carsonite signs forest wide will be replaced as needed. Signage will be installed to inform OHV users of how to access OHV green sticker roads or trails. MVUM maps will be available by a QR code, easily downloadableonto a phone or other device. Signage marking loop routes (Mammoth to June, Mammoth Loop, Lookout Loop,Hartley Loop, and Crater Loop) will be replaced and/or repaired. Information kiosk at OHV trailheads will bemaintained and/or updated. During the winter OSV markers, diamonds and other signs will be put up. Signs,signpost and kiosk will be made from recycled materials.

6. Fencing/Barriers Maintaining fences and barriers for OHV route delineation forest wide. This work will be done to better define designated OHV roads and trails. Maintaining these fences and barriers will help keep OHV users out ofsensitive habitats. During the winter signs will be put up marking wilderness and other areas closed to winterOSV use. Barrier materials will include recycled materials obtained onsite such as dead trees, branches andbrush.

7. Environmental/Cultural Requirements Monitoring for the Soil Conservation Plan and the Habitat Management Program will continue as a function of this project. Best Management Practices, as referenced in the 2020 Soil Conservation Standards will be ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 3 of 24

Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ employed where applicable. Following BMP implementation, BMP effectiveness and validation monitoring will take place using appropriate handbooks, evaluation forms and protocols as described in the Soil ConservationPlan. Field crews and volunteers will be trained in using Survey123 and ArcGIS collector, resource monitoring(commonly known as Red/Yellow/Green monitoring), and reporting methods. Monitoring will be performed on afive-year cycle for OHV roads and trails. Ground operations work, monitoring frequency and coverage will beprioritized based on area needs, ongoing projects, and reported activities. Noxious weed surveys will beconducted along OHV routes and archeological studies will continue along OHV routes.

8. Public Outreach/Visitor Services Various volunteer and partner groups such as Valley Outdoors, Eastern Sierra 4x4 Club, Adventure Trails and OHV Campground hosts will provide OHV maps and OHV forest information to forest visitors. Additionally, theforests four visitor centers with provide information to the public regarding OHV opportunities on the forest. Thevisitor centers will also hand out maps and information on Tread Lightly! During the Winter OSV maps will behanded out to OSV users and placed at trailheads and staging areas.

9. Winter Activities – Only for areas specific to
where winter OHV recreation occurs. Note:All activities within State funded OSVgrooming contract areas are prohibited) Signs, trail makers, diamonds will be installed on OSV routes. Signs telling OSV users what trails aremotorized, and which trails are not motorized will be posted. Information and maps will be posted at stagingareas and trailheads. Winter OSV information will be available at visitor centers. There will be no duplication ofservices with the CA OSV Agreement.

10. Other (unique to Ground Operations)11. Other (unique to Ground Operations)12. Other (unique to Ground Operations) ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 4 of 24

Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ How the proposed Project relates to OHV Recreation and will add to, enhance, or otherwise sustain OHV Recreation or OHV Opportunity in the Project Area - 4970.10.1(d)(2)(B) The Forest designated its system of roads and trails in 2009. The current focus is maintaining and improving the designation of system of roads and trails, with a focus on areas with resource and access concerns as identified from soils monitoring. The proposed GO project will improve route conditions, protect cultural and natural resources, and provide for a higher quality recreational experience. Additional ground operations activities that will directly enhance and sustain the system include: installation and maintenance of way finding and route marker signs, improving drainage and stabilization, trail and facility maintenance, and monitoring for conditions and treatment effectiveness.

The Forest is collaborating with user groups and partners to identify looped and destination opportunities that will subsequently be mapped and signed on the ground. Partners, such Valley Outdoors, Eastern Sierra 4x4 Club, Adventure Trails and others will continue to identify needs for signing for loops, for various difficulty ratings, and correlate these to difficulty levels on recreational maps. In addition to providing route condition and regulation information, OHV technicians will continue to monitor and maintain routes and engage the public by promoting safe riding techniques, providing maps/directions when needed.

The proposed GO grant will provide the additional support necessary to keep the Inyo National Forest moving toward integrated resource and OHV recreation management, thus allowing for a higher quality OHV recreation experience and for more sustainable recreation. The Inyo would like to make improvements to campground singage to help OHV users find OHV campgrounds.
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Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ Describe the size of the specific Project Area(s) in acres and/or miles - 4970.10.1(d)(2)(C) The Inyo National Forest provides a vast network of Level 2 roads and motorized trails for year-round OHV opportunities of various vehicle types, such as ATV, motorcycle, UTV, and 4x4 vehicles. With diverse terrain that requires a range of skill levels and abilities. The Forest has 2,200 miles of OHV roads and motorized trails, of which 92% (2027 miles) are in California. Approximately 50 miles are available only for motorcycles and vehicles less than 50". Annual permitted events in support of OHV recreation also occur, such as "poker runs" Rebelle Rally, Motorcycle events and interpretive trail adventures. Ground Operations support the OHV program by ensuring that OHV users can gain access to various OHV experiences on the Inyo National Forest.

The locations and descriptions of existing OHV Opportunities in and around the Project Area - 4970.10.1(d)(2)(D) The Inyo National Forest provides a vast network of Level 2 roads and motorized trails for year-round OHV opportunities of various vehicle types, such as ATV, motorcycle, UTV, and 4x4 vehicles. With diverse terrain that requires a range of skill levels and abilities. The Forest has 2,200 miles of OHV roads and motorized trails, of which 92% (2027 miles) are in California. Approximately 50 miles are available only for motorcycles and vehicles less than 50". Ground Operations support the OHV program by ensuring that OHV users can gain access to various OHV experiences on the Inyo National Forest.

Rerouting Requirements - 4970.10.1(d)(3)
Rerouting - 4970.10.1(d)(3)
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Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 7 of 24

Project Cost Estimate
Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______ APPLICANT NAME : USFS - Inyo National ForestPROJECT TITLE : Ground Operations PROJECT NUMBER (Division use only) :

G24-02-05-G01
PROJECT TYPE :

Law Enforcement Restoration Education & Safety AcquisitionDevelopment Ground Operations Planning PROJECT DESCRIPTION :

The Forest-wide Ground Operations Maintenance and Repairs project will enable the Inyo National Forest to continue to provide a high quality and safeOHV system routes for the recreating public while minimizing impacts to natural and cultural resources. The extensive OHV road and trail system will bethe focus of repairs and maintenance. Areas are prioritized based on use, severity and resource concerns, identified in part through prior years' monitoringof stability and soil conditions as outlined in the Soil Conservation Plans. The Inyo National Forest stretches from Mono City to Kennedy Meadows creatinglong driving distances for employees requiring some overnight stays to more remote locations.Best Management Practices, as referenced in the 2020 Soil Conservation Standards will be employed where applicable. Partnerships will be relied onheavily to assist with implementing maintenance work which will include installing and maintaining rolling dips and lead-off ditches. These features will beconstructed to reduce erosion and non-point source pollution and to restore natural hydrologic function in the Mammoth and Bishop OHV areas. Weanticipate this will reduce the need for more costly repairs in the future. Partners involved with this work will include Valley Outdoors and Adventure Trails.Due to the Forest being heavily understaffed, these partnerships are critical and help ensure that the Forest’s OHV routes are maintained and rideable.Following BMP implementation, BMP effectiveness and validation monitoring will take place using appropriate handbooks, evaluation forms and protocolsas described in the Soil Conservation Plan. Field personnel will be trained in GPS use, resource monitoring (commonly known as Red/Yellow/Greenmonitoring), and reporting methods. Monitoring will be performed on a five-year cycle for OHV roads and trails.OHV specific fieldwork will be conducted by four GS-7 crew members throughout the forest. Ground operations fieldwork will include repairing useinduced tread problems (whoops, widening, rutting), cleaning and repairing restrooms, removing trash, painting, updating information boards/kiosks,delineating/ confining routes and campsites, removing downed trees, signing routes, stabilizing roads and trails. All mentioned OHV staff will be utilizingUSFS provided vehicles displaying the USFS logo, and will assist OHV users with information, maps and provide guidance on a variety of federal andstate OHV rules and regulations. In addition to routine monitoring and forest presence, OHV staff will work directly with existing partners in the field toamplify Forest efforts and provide agency guidance and leadership during non-governmental organization OHV events and gatherings.

Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match
DIRECT EXPENSES ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 8 of 24

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match Program Expenses
1 Staff

1. Staff-OHV Techs Qty (2) GS-7 for North ZoneNotes : The Inyo has been unsuccessful at hiring seasonalOHV staff at the GS 5/6 level. Raising GS level to a GS 7will make the forest more successful in future hiring.This would fund two OHV Field Technicians for theNorthern end of the forest. Complete projects, reporting,monitor, conduct public outreach, visitor services, andcontact OHV users, works with volunteers and partners.Operates light machinery to install and maintain rolling dipsand catch basins on OHV routes. Utilizes hand tools toperform work if machinery is not available to complete workon OHV routes.Rate is based on wages set by the Office of PersonnelManagement for the US Department of Agriculture. 2078.0000 26.160 HRS 54,360.00 54,360.00 0.00

2. Staff-OHV Techs Qty (2) GS-7 for South ZoneNotes : The Inyo has been unsuccessful at hiring seasonalOHV staff at the GS 5/6 level. Raising GS level to a GS 7will make the forest more successful in future hiring.This would fund two OHV Field Technicians for the Southend of the forest. Complete projects, reporting, monitor,conduct public outreach, visitor services, and contact OHVusers, works with volunteers and partners. Operates light 2078.0000 26.160 HRS 54,360.00 54,360.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 9 of 24

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match machinery to install and maintain rolling dips and catchbasins on OHV routes. Utilizes hand tools to perform work ifmachinery is not available to complete work on OHVroutes.Rate is based on wages set by the Office of PersonnelManagement for the US Department of Agriculture.3. Staff-OHV Program ManagerNotes : Full time OHV employee responsible forcoordinating OHV/OSV field work, route maintenanceprojects deliverables, general over site of the OHV/OSVprogram.Program Manager position is now a GS 11 this is why therate has increased. In previous years grants the hourly ratewas incorrect. Qty of hours increased due to the amount oftime and work that is need on the OHV/OSV program.Rate is based on wages set by the Office of PersonnelManagement for the US Department OfAgriculture. 800.0000 52.540 HRS 42,032.00 31,524.00 10,508.00

4. Staff-BotanyNotes : Monitors threatened, endangered, and sensitiveplants during OHV route maintenance and maintainsrequired HMP.In previous years grants the hourly rate was incorrect, this 200.0000 34.020 HRS 6,804.00 3,402.00 3,402.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 10 of 24

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match is why there is an increase.Rate is based on wages set by the Office of PersonnelManagement for the US Department OfAgriculture.5. Staff-Volunteers & PartnersNotes : Volunteers and Partners contribute to the OHVprogram by doing the following:1) Install signs, clean up trash, provide trail reports, interactwith visitors, operate equipment and assist in maintainingtrails, routes and loops.2) Camp Host in OHV campgrounds (e.g., picking up trash,maintain OHV signs, cleaning restrooms, talk with visitorsabout OHV trails and handing out maps) Host will be inGlass Creek, Big Springs, Hartley Springs and Upper andLower Deadman Campgrounds.Rate is based off of a national volunteer rate. 4000.0000 37.320 HRS 149,280.00 0.00 149,280.00

6. Staff-Hydrologist TechNotes : Red, Yellow, Green monitoring of OHV routes. Fieldstudy of pass Red, Yellow, Green monitoring.Qty of hours increased due to the amount of time and workthat is needed on the OHV program. 1000.0000 26.160 HRS 26,160.00 26,160.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 11 of 24

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match Rate is based on wages set by the Office of Personnel7. Staff-North Zone OHV/OSV Program ManagerNotes : Full time OHV employee responsible forcoordinating North Zone OHV/OSV field work, managesday to day activities of OHV Techs, route maintenanceprojects deliverables, general over site of the OHV/OSVprogram.Rate is based on wages set by the Office of PersonnelManagement for the US Department OfAgriculture. 800.0000 43.430 HRS 34,744.00 26,058.00 8,686.00

8. Staff-ArcheologistNotes : Provides archeological data as needed for OHVprojects. Works with OHV Tech's in the field.Qty of hours increased due to the amount of time and workthat is needed on the OHV program.Rate is based on wages set by the Office of PersonnelManagement for the US Department OfAgriculture. 200.0000 43.430 HRS 8,686.00 4,343.00 4,343.00

9. Staff-Wildlife BiologistNotes : Monitors threatened, endangered, and sensitivehabitats during OHV route maintenance and maintainsrequired HMP.Rate is based on wages set by the Office of Personnel 100.0000 52.560 HRS 5,256.00 0.00 5,256.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 12 of 24

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match Management for the US Department OfAgriculture.10. Staff-OvertimeNotes : Enhances ability to provide maintenance,monitoring, visitor services and presence in OHV areasduring key holidays, evenings, weekends and periods ofextended staffing.Current regular time staffing does not allow for FS fieldpresence in the evenings and weekends or during times ofincreased OHV use due to special events, holidays, huntingseason, etc. Granting OT is more efficient than hiringadditional employee(s) 200.0000 40.000 HRS 8,000.00 8,000.00 0.00
Total for Staff 389,682.00 208,207.00 181,475.00
2 Contracts

1. Contracts-ACE Crew or other contract crewNotes : ACE crew or other would be used to complete workon the Inyo NF OHV program. The crew would be used toperform trail and road maintenance. Install rolling dips,cleaning out catch basins and lead off ditches. Install andfix OHV signs on loops and routes and signs on level 2roads.

1.0000 1000.000 EA 1,000.00 1,000.00 0.00

2. Contracts-Toilet Pumping OHV CampgroundsNotes : Toilet pumping at OHV campgrounds.This pumping service will be provided twice a summer to

2.0000 10000.000 EA 20,000.00 15,000.00 5,000.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 13 of 24

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match provide clean restrooms for OHV users in Glass Creek, BigSprings, Hartley, Upper/Lower Deadman.Match will come from Forest Service recreation budget.

Total for Contracts 21,000.00 16,000.00 5,000.00
3 Materials / Supplies

1. Materials / Supplies-Labels & StickersNotes : Labels/Stickers to display OHV routes, regulationsand OHV identify loops. Sealant to protect labels on theCarsonite.

8.0000 300.000 PKG 2,400.00 2,400.00 0.00

2. Materials / Supplies-Sign Supplies, Paint & HardwareNotes : Hardware and Supplies needed to replace andrepair OHV kiosks. maintain signs in OHV campgroundsand along OHV routes. This may include lumber, screws,bolts, washers, nuts, polycarbonate or LEXAN styleinformation board covers. Carsonite post, for marking OHVloop and routes. Replacing damaged and removedcarsonite markers.Paint and Supplies will help maintain all wood and metalOHV infrastructure surfaces including but not limited toOHV signage, OHV kiosks, OHV Campgrounds etc. Allpaint and supplies purchased will have an OHV nexus.Paint will be purchased by the gallon, quart, spray can andinclude various additional supplies including brushes,rollers, tape, tarps etc. Additional items may include graffiti

1.0000 8000.000 EA 8,000.00 8,000.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 14 of 24

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match remover, razor blades, chisels for sticker removal.3. Materials / Supplies-Hand ToolsNotes : Hand tools e.g., hammers, wrenches, screw drivers,drills, drill bits, socket set/ ratchets/ general all- purpose toolkits, post hole diggers, fence puller, shovels, rock bars,loppers, handsaws, wheelbarrows, chainsaws, carsonitepuller, carsonite pilot driver, carsonite pounder.

1.0000 2000.000 EA 2,000.00 2,000.00 0.00

4. Materials / Supplies-PPENotes : Helmets, goggles, riding gloves, chest and elbowprotectors, chainsaw chaps, ear protection, work gloves.We have new employees every year. New PPE is neededfor new employees.

1.0000 1500.000 EA 1,500.00 1,500.00 0.00

5. Materials / Supplies-Janitorial Supplies for OHVCampgroundsNotes : Purchase of cleaning supplies e.g., toilet paper,cleaners, replacement toilet paper holders, sponges,brooms and mops. Supplies will be used in OHVcampgrounds (Hartley, Big Springs, Glass Creek,Upper/Lower Deadman.

1.0000 10000.000 EA 10,000.00 8,000.00 2,000.00
Total for Materials / Supplies 23,900.00 21,900.00 2,000.00 4 Equipment Use Expenses

1. Equipment Use Expenses-Equipment Maintenance &RepairNotes : Requesting funding for maintenance and upkeep of

1.0000 3500.000 EA 3,500.00 3,500.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 15 of 24

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match OHV purchased equipment. The Inyo's (3) snowmobiles,(1) ATV, (3) UTVs, backhoe, (6) trailers and other CA OHVpurchased equipment is outdated and need much neededmaintenance and repairs.2. Equipment Use Expenses-Fuel for EquipmentNotes : Fuel for state funded OHV equipment, such asbackhoe, ATV, snowmobiles and UTVs.

1.0000 2500.000 EA 2,500.00 2,500.00 0.00
Total for Equipment Use Expenses 6,000.00 6,000.00 0.00 5 Equipment Purchases6 Others

1. Field Per Diem for OHV Techs in MonacheNotes : Monache Meadows is a remote outpost and one ofthe most unique OHV backcountry recreational areas inCalifornia.This enables technicians and other forest staff to camp andcomplete related tasks such as: visitor services,trail maintenance, brushing, monitoring, patrolling andreplacing signage and repairing trails. 200.0000 40.000 HRS 8,000.00 8,000.00 0.00

2. Utility TrailersNotes : Inyo National Forest recently purchased to RZRGeneral XP UTVs and we need to purchase trailers to towthem to OHV trailheads. Current trailers are not cable ofcarrying the weight of the new UTVs.

2.0000 7000.000 EA 14,000.00 14,000.00 0.00
Total for Others 22,000.00 22,000.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 16 of 24

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match Total Program Expenses 462,582.00 274,107.00 188,475.00TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES 462,582.00 274,107.00 188,475.00INDIRECT EXPENSESIndirect Costs 1 Indirect Costs

1. Indirect Costs-Agreement Administrative CostNotes : Administrative staff time to administer the OHVgrant. Prepare billing and reporting. To be used by ProgramManager and Forest Recreation Managers. 400.0000 50.340 HRS 20,136.00 15,136.00 5,000.00

2. Indirect Costs-Public Affairs OfficerNotes : Public Affairs Office maintains the forest OHVwebpage and social media. Sends out press releasesabout OHV grant meetings and other public events.Attends public meetings and volunteer events.Rate is based on wages set by the Office of PersonnelManagement for the US Department OfAgriculture 100.0000 50.340 HRS 5,034.00 0.00 5,034.00

3. Indirect Costs-Forest Data ManangerNotes : Forest Recreation Data Manager collects,organizes and manages OHV data. This data is used toplan and prioritize OHV projects on the forest. 200.0000 41.610 HRS 8,322.00 0.00 8,322.00

4. Indirect Costs-SuppliesNotes : This would include tool kits, first aid kits, spare tireand other safety equipment for purchased UTVs. Ratchet

1.0000 3000.000 EA 3,000.00 3,000.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 17 of 24

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match straps to secure UTVs to the trailer.5. Indirect Costs-CarportNotes : Carport to store UTVs purchased via grant

1.0000 4000.000 EA 4,000.00 4,000.00 0.00
Total for Indirect Costs 40,492.00 22,136.00 18,356.00Total Indirect Costs 40,492.00 22,136.00 18,356.00TOTAL INDIRECT EXPENSES 40,492.00 22,136.00 18,356.00TOTAL EXPENDITURES 503,074.00 296,243.00 206,831.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 18 of 24

Project Cost Summary for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Category Total Grant Req. Match Narrative DIRECT EXPENSESProgram Expenses
1 Staff 389,682.00 208,207.00 181,475.002 Contracts 21,000.00 16,000.00 5,000.003 Materials / Supplies 23,900.00 21,900.00 2,000.004 Equipment Use Expenses 6,000.00 6,000.00 0.005 Equipment Purchases 0.00 0.00 0.006 Others 22,000.00 22,000.00 0.00 Total Program Expenses 462,582.00 274,107.00 188,475.00TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES 462,582.00 274,107.00 188,475.00INDIRECT EXPENSESIndirect Costs 1 Indirect Costs 40,492.00 22,136.00 18,356.00
Total Indirect Costs 40,492.00 22,136.00 18,356.00TOTAL INDIRECT EXPENSES 40,492.00 22,136.00 18,356.00TOTAL EXPENDITURES 503,074.00 296,243.00 206,831.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 19 of 24

Soil Conservation
Soil Conservation for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______ PART 1 - DETERMINE THE NEED FOR FULL SOIL CONSERVATION PLAN (SCP) All Applicants submitting Projects involving Ground Disturbing Activities shall submit a Soil Conservation Plan (SCP) that achieves the Soil ConservationStandard with regard to the proposed Project(s). The SCP must cover the combined Project Area of all proposed Projects with Ground Disturbing Activities.

Applicants able to certify that none of the proposed activities listed in the Application have potential to cause erosion or sedimentation which significantly affects resourcevalues beyond the Facilities, or generate soil loss that exceeds restorability, shall submit the Soil Conservation Plan form only. Applicants who cannot certify that theproposed activities listed in the Application will have no potential to cause erosion or sedimentation which significantly affects resource values beyond the Facilities orgenerate soil loss that exceeds restorability shall submit the Soil Conservation Plan form and a Soil Conservation Plan (refer to 14 CCR Section 4970.06.3).

1. Do any of proposed Projects involve Ground Disturbing Activities? (If you checked YES, complete # Question 2. If you checked NO, stop here, and proceed to the Evaluation section).

Yes No

2. Can the Applicant certify that none of the proposed Projects with Ground Disturbing Activities, including the OHV Recreation directly facilitated by these activities, have potential to cause erosion or sedimentation which significantly affects resource values beyondthe Facilities, or generate soil loss that exceeds restorability? (If you checked YES complete SCP Form Item #2. If you checked NO,complete a Soil Conservation Plan at time of Final Application, and proceed to the Evaluation section).

Yes No
SCP Form Item #2
Discuss the analysis and justification used to certify that the proposed Project, or OHV Recreation activity, does not have the potential to cause erosion or sedimentationwhich significantly affects resource values beyond the Facilities, or generate soil loss that exceeds restorability.The analysis can be found in the attached 2009 Travel Management EIS. Since all project activities for the 2024 Ground Ops grant will just be routine OHV routemaintenance, no significant ground disturbing activities will occur that would affect soil resources beyond restorability. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 20 of 24

Evaluation Criteria
Evaluation Criteria for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______

1. Project Cost Estimate - Q 1. (Auto populates from Cost Estimate)

1. As calculated on the Project Cost Estimate, the percentage of the cost of the Project covered by the Applicant is:
4 (Note: This field will auto-populate once the Cost Estimate and Evaluation Criteria are Validated.) 76% or more (10 points)
66% - 75% (7 points)
51% - 65% (5 points)
36% - 50% (4 points)
26% - 35% (2 points)
25% (Match minimum) (No points)

2. Failure to Complete - Q 2.

2. Failure to complete the Project will result in: 8
(Check all that apply) - Scoring: Maximum of 8 points - Provide a detailed explanation for each statement checked.

Loss of OHV Opportunity (6 points)
[Minimal maintenance would occur on OHV routes producing loss in OHV opportunity for users as route conditions deteriorate. Updated signage wouldn't mark OHV routes with drainage/erosion control.]
Negative impact to cultural sites (2 points)
[Many cultural sites occur in the area, failure to implement routine maintenance will result in damage.] Damage to special-status species or other sensitive habitat (2 points) [Routine maintenance wouldn't occur to protect the Astragalus cimae var sufflatus and Astragalus Lemmonii, special-status species found in project. Critical aquatic refuges for mountain yellow legged frogs would be impacted. OHV routes are located next to wilderness areas, sensitive habitats, private lands, and specialstatus species/habitat all affected.] Potential trespass (2 points)
[Signage will be maintained as part of the routine maintenance keeping OHV users out of wilderness and sensitive areas.]
Additional damage to Facilities (1 point)
[OHV campgrounds and bathrooms, will not be maintained or monitored, resulting in further damage, impacting quality of OHV opportunities.]

3. Sustain OHV Opportunity - Q 3.

3. The Project will sustain OHV Opportunity by: 10
(Check all that apply) - Provide a detailed explanation for each statement checked.

Maintaining trails that provide for multi-use (ATV, Dirt Bikes, 4x4, etc.) (5 points) [OHV staff will repair and replace signs, maintain and replace barriers and remove downed trees, which will keep the trails from being damaged and open.]
Installing or repairing erosion control features (3 points) __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 21 of 24

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Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ Providing traffic control and/or educational signage (3 points) [Traffic control/ educational signage will be maintained along open OHV routes. Traffic control signs/ educational signage will be installed as needed. Directional signage and stop signs will be installed at intersections.]
Maintaining trail or road tread for single vehicle use (1 point) [OHV trails will be maintained to Forest Service standards. OHV staff will perform routine maintenance which includes removing fallen trees and brushing vegetation off of the trails and roads.] Providing varied levels of riding difficulty (1 point)
[The Inyo National Forest has varied levels of riding for UTVs, ATVs, dirt bikes and other 4x4s. We have OHV trails that are easy that go up to Most Difficult.]

4. Public Input - Q 4.

4. The Project was developed with public input prior to the preliminary Application filing deadline.

Public input employed the following:
2 Provide a detailed explanation for each statement checked. Identify date(s) of meetings, location(s), participants, how public was notified of the meeting, and who hosted the meeting. Applicant must identify how distinct stakeholders are stakeholder to the Project. Do not include internal agency meetings or meetings that occurred more than 12 months prior to filing the preliminary Application.

Note: For any meeting held virtually, the Applicant must notify the Division prior to the virtual meeting by email at [email protected].
(Check all that apply)
The Applicant initiated and conducted publicly noticed meeting(s), held either in-person or virtual, with the general public to discuss Project (1 point)
[The Inyo NF OHV staff hosted a publicly noticed meeting on 2/21/24 from 5-6PM virtually on Zoom with Bishop BLM and Valley Outdoors.

Notifications of the following meeting were made on the Inyo NF Facebook/Twitter page, local radio stations, local newspaper, email and on the Inyo's webpage https://www.fs.usda.gov/inyo Notification of the above meeting was made to the Division and Grant Administrator on 2/12/2024 via email. 14 members of the public attended the meeting.]
The Applicant held a meeting(s), held either in-person or virtual, with multiple distinct stakeholders separate from their general public meeting (1 point)
[On 2/21/24 from 3:30-4:30 PM OHV staff held a stakeholder meeting on Zoom.

Stakeholder input was from Eastern Sierra 4X4 Club, Eastern Sierra Adventure Trails, Valley Outdoors. All stakeholders utilize the Inyo NF OHV
areas and have a vested interest in the OHV program.

Notifications of the following meeting were made on the Inyo NF Facebook/Twitter page, local radio stations, local newspaper, email and on the Inyo's webpage https://www.fs.usda.gov/inyo Notification of the above meeting was made to the Division and Grant Administrator on 2/12/2024 via email. 11 stakeholders attended the meeting.]

5. Utilization of Partnerships - Q 5.

5. The Project will utilize partnerships to successfully accomplish the Project. Identify the number of organizations that will actively participate in the Project. Partners cannot include any unit of the OHVMR Division, subcontractors, any participant being paid by this OHV Grant and Cooperative agreement, or any Grantee receiving Grant funds for a Project in the Project Area as specified in this Application.
4 (Check the one most appropriate)
4 or more (4 points)
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Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ 2 to 3 (2 points)
1 (1 point)
None (No points)
List each partner organization(s) separately and provide a detailed explanation for how each partner(s) will participate in the Project:

Valley Outdoors promotes projects via social media, brings hand tools, volunteers and other equipment to assist the forest in various projects.

Adventure Trails assist the Forest Service with volunteers and mechanical equipment.

Eastern Sierra 4x4 Club provides volunteers and promotes workdays via social media.

Tread Lightly helps the forest with signage, volunteers and educational posters. Will provide education handouts to give to OHV visitors.

6. Impact to Natural and Cultural Resources - Q 6.

6. The Project will avoid and/or minimize impact to natural and cultural resources by: 6 (Check all that apply) - Scoring: Maximum of 7 points. Provide a detailed explanation for each statement checked:

Controlling OHV use (i.e. signage, route delineation, etc.) (1 point) [Controlling OHV use by maintaining signage, barriers and route markers to assist OHV users to the proper location to ride. Route delineation will show proper riding areas keeping OHV's on trail systems.] Protecting water quality (1 point)
[Proper OHV signage and barriers keep OHV's on designated routes, which reduces the potential for off-trail erosion to occur and the associated increase in sedimentation into adjacent waterbodies. By keeping OHV's on designated routes through proper signage, the amount of sediment reaching nearby waterbodies is reduced, maintaining our areas exceptionally high-water quality.] Providing an alternative to wet crossings where appropriate (1 point) Protecting special-status species (1 point)
[Various locations across the Forest are monitored for sensitive species: Goshawk, Spotted Owl, Yellow Leg Frog and Sage grouse habitat.

Funds enable continued monitor/work on habitat improvement.] Re-routing trails to divert away from riparian/wetlands areas (1 point) [If needed re-routing of trails will occur to keep OHV users out of riparian/wetland areas.] Providing sanitary facilities (1 point)
[Bathroom facilities will be provided at OHV campgrounds. Bathrooms will be cleaned and sanitized by volunteer campground host and OHV techs.]
Protecting cultural site(s) (1 point)
[Barriers and signs will be maintained near and around cultural sites.] Site is completely fenced and has no impacts to natural and cultural resources (7 points)

7. Recycled Materials - Q 7.

7. The Project incorporates recycled materials by utilizing: 5 (Check all that apply)
Barrier materials which include recycled content or materials obtained onsite (1 point) Signs, sign posts or education kiosks which use products with recycled content (1 point) Erosion control features which use materials with recycled content or materials obtained onsite (1 point) Paper used for trail maps which includes recycled content (1 point) __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 23 of 24

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Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Ground Operations
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ Other products with recycled content (Specify) (1 point) [Barricades will be made of logs from thinning operations on the forest]

8. Motorized Access - Q 8.

8. The Project improves and/or maintains facilities that provide motorized access to the following non-motorized recreation opportunities (Respond ONLY if Ground Operations Project involves trail maintenance).
6 (Check all that apply) - Scoring: 2 points each, up to a maximum of 6 points Camping
[There are five OHV Campgrounds on the Inyo NF.

Janitorial supplies and toilet pumping will keep the
OHV bathrooms clean. The five OHV campgrounds
are continuously full during the summer months.]
Birding
Hiking
[Many of the trail heads on the Inyo National Forest
are accessed via OHV routes. Signs, barriers and
information will be maintained with this grant.]
Equestrian trails
Fishing Rock Climbing
[Signage and barricades will be maintained in the
Buttermilk climbing area. This area receives lots of
visitors every year, the area is accessed by an OHV
route.]
Hunting
[OHV route and trail maintenance will provide
access for hunters. The Inyo National Forest, has
deer, bear, upland bird and waterfowl hunting.]
Other (specify)
[World class back Country skiing, snowboarding,
snowshoeing and snowmobile riding. We groom
trails for motorized use in the Winter.]
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Restoration
Project Description
Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______
Background - Provide a brief description of the Applicant or Land Manager’s organization/program (e.g., location and types of recreation available) - 4970.11(f)(A) This project would monitor unauthorized/illegal routes and restore areas where incursions occur across the Forest.

The Inyo National Forest was established on May 25, 1907 and includes much of the Eastern Sierra Nevada, and the White Mountains and Inyo Mountains of California and Nevada. The name "Inyo" comes from a Native American word meaning "dwelling place of the great spirit". The Inyo hosts several important landmarks, including Mount Whitney, the highest point in the contiguous United States; Boundary Peak, the highest point in Nevada; and the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest that protects the oldest trees in the world. The Inyo also offers world class downhill skiing at Mammoth Mountain and June Mountain Ski Areas. The Forest, encompassing much of the Owens Valley, was established by Theodore Roosevelt as a way of protecting the watershed in order to deliver water to a growing population. This included sectioning off land to accommodate the Los Angeles Aqueduct project in 1907, making the Inyo National Forest one of the least wooded forests in the United States National Forest System.

The Inyo National Forest OHV program has 2,027 miles of OHV roads and trails which provide access to a variety of recreational opportunities. The Inyo provides five popular OHV accessible campgrounds (Hartley Springs, Glass Creek, Upper and Lower Deadman and Big Springs campground). The Inyo has nine OHV trailhead staging areas with OHV maps. All staging areas are located next to OHV routes and loops. The Inyo has approximately 118 miles of marked OHV loops (Mammoth to June, Mammoth Loop, Lookout Loop, Hartley Loop and Crater Loop.) All activities under Ground Operations occur within the jurisdiction of the United States Forest Service - Inyo National Forest.

The Inyo has an abundance of recreational activities, including camping, 4X4, hunting, backpacking, climbing, hiking, biking, fishing and backcountry skiing. Much of the Level 2 road system access these recreation opportunities. During the winter months there are approximately 250,000 acres of public lands available for OSV use. The Inyo grooms 90 miles of trail for OSV use, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

Project Description - The Project Description shall provide sufficient clarity such that those not familiar with the Application or Project can understand what the Applicant intends to do - 4970.11(f)(1) Note: Do not add Project Deliverables in this box.

This project would monitor unauthorized/illegal routes and restore areas where incursions occur across the Forest.

OHV technicians will monitor unauthorized routes Forestwide and will specifically focus on high recreation use areas such as Monache Meadows, Coyote Flat and the Mammoth Lakes area. Monitoring results as well as known existing restoration issues will help the Forest focus on OHV areas that are in high need of restoration work. This information will be gathered and stored using Survey123. Restoration work will include subsoiling unauthorized/illegal routes to promote faster vegetative recovery by allowing more moisture to get into the soil and create more ideal growing conditions for native plants. Subsoiling would also make the unauthorized/illegal route harded to drive on a less appealing to use. In addition to subsoiling, other restoration activities would inlcude installing, replacing and maintaining OHV barriers blocking unauthorized/illegal routes, disguising unauthrozied/illegal routes by mulching with native material, planting native plants and raking out areas of trespass.

All of this work will be done using heavy equipment and OHV crews. Again this completed work will be gathered and stored using Survey123.

Project Description - 4970.11(f)(1)
List of Project Deliverables - 4970.11(f)(1)(B)
Provide a list of Project Deliverables the Applicant proposes to undertake __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 1 of 19

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Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________

1. Is the Project seeking funding to complete CEQA and/or NEPA requirements and perform on the ground Project deliverables? Yes No
If Yes, list the CEQA/NEPA activities (Phase 1). If No, write N/A below.

N/A
Phase 2, if applicable. If not, fill out like regular Restoration Project. # Title Project Deliverable Description

1. Active Restoration Activities
(earth moving)
Restoration of unauthorized routes that are receiving unauthorized use, including routes that have been previously identified and routes that are identified by monitoring during this project. Activities may include:
- Planting native vegetation
- Disguise unauthorized routes with native materials (e.g. vertical mulching) within line of sight of
closure point or as determined by 2009 INF Travel Management Decision.
- Breaking up (subsoiling) unauthorized route surfaces. - Repair drainage and sediment retention structures during previous restoration projects.

2. Monitoring/Patrol Restoration Site Monitoring:
- Monitor current and planned restoration sites to detect changes in unauthorized OHV use, sufficiency of restoration measures, and to identify new restoration sites.

3. Signage • Repair and replace previously identified missing and damaged signs at access points to unauthorized OHV routes.
• Repair, replace and install signs at locations that are identified by monitoring of unauthorized OHV routes.
• Signs and markers will be outfitted with a reflective decal indicating the area behind the sign is closed to OHV.

4. Fencing/Barriers • Utilized fencing, barricades, boulders, and natural barriers to deter further illegal OHV use and encourage visitors to use designated OHV routes.
• Repair and replace previously identified damaged barricades at access points to non-designated OHV routes and areas which are not designated for OHV.
• Repair and replace additional damaged blocks that are identified by monitoring.

5. Public Outreach/Visitor
Services
Education will be conducted through public outreach at recreation sites, at visitor centers, on the Forest Service website and through the distribution of maps and literature by the Forest Service and partners.

Forest Service personnel will engage and inform visitors about open routes and restoration activities. The Forest Service also will provide a free Motor Vehicle Use Maps, which are also available online. Kiosks at staging areas and campgrounds will include information about restoration activities, as well as maps that show open OHV routes.

6. Scientific and Cultural
Studies relating to OHV
Recreation and its impacts
n/a

7. Restoration Planning n/a

8. Other (unique to Restoration) n/a

9. Other (unique to Restoration) n/a
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Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________

10. Other (unique to Restoration) n/a

11. Other (unique to Restoration) n/a

12. Other (unique to Restoration) n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
Describe how the proposed Project relates to OHV Recreation and how OHV Recreation caused the damage - 4970.11(f)(1)(C)
The routes proposed for restoration are currently closed per the 2009 Travel Management decision and Wilderness designations. The project area encompasses some of the highest use OHV locations across the Forest, and includes areas that are highly scenic and contain sensitive resources. A number of closed routes in these areas were not designated as part of the Forest's Travel Management Record of Decision (2009) because they were located within sensitive areas (for example meadow and riparian areas, sand dunes and sand flats with sensitive plant habitat, and cultural resource sites). Many of the routes that are not authorized for OHV use are still evident on the ground, though previous disguising and restoration efforts have accelerated their recovery to natural conditions.

Monitoring has identified the closed routes with a high occurrence of vandalism and trespass.

Unauthorized travel by some OHV recreationists on closed routes has impacted water and soil resources, cultural and visual resources. Travel on closed routes has displaced soil leading to accelerated surface erosion and degradation of site quality. The steeper sections of the closed routes are especially prone to off-site erosion. In places, off-site erosion has covered native plants and led to stream sedimentation, negatively affecting riparian and aquatic habitat and downstream values such as municipal water supplies. Travel on closed routes has also alter natural drainage patterns in some areas by intercepting, diverting, blocking, and concentrating surface and subsurface flows. Trespass and vandalism of unauthorized routes retard the ability for the route to stabilize and revegetate and may introduce noxious/invasive weeds. Trespass into designated wilderness encourages further illegal motorized incursions and degrades wilderness character. In addition, some of the routes are located in highly visible areas where scenic quality has been impacted.

The intent of this project is to improve the Forest's response to off-route travel into closed areas. By immediately responding to new illegal trespass, disguising the damage, and reinforcing closures, it is hoped that other riders do not intentionally or inadvertently expand the illegal routes into a highly evident and damaging route. By repairing past closures as quickly as possible, the Forest should be able to prevent new recreational travel patterns from becoming entrenched. This project involves restoration activities that are an integral part of a safe and responsible, well-managed OHV program focused on providing a high-quality OHV recreation experience while minimizing impacts to natural resources. This project will reduce off-site erosion and sedimentation into waterbodies that provide water for the City of Los Angeles as well as for the Lee Vining, June Lake and Mammoth Lakes, to a lesser extent. Continued travel on closed routes or illegal incursions into closed areas such as designated wilderness by some OHV recreationists could result in responses by the public or the agency that would adversely affect OHV opportunities.

Describe the size of the specific Project Area(s) in acres and/or miles - 4970.11(f)(1)(D) The Project Areas will be implemented forest-wide they include (but are not limited to) the following key areas:
• Glass Mountains Area
• Inyo Mountains Area
• Upper Buttermilk Area
• Coyote Flat Area
• Monache Meadows Area
• White Mountains Wilderness incursions
• Inyo Mountains wilderness incursions
• Owen's River Headwaters wilderness incursions
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Project Description for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ • Casa Diablo Area
• Mammoth-June OHV loops Area
At the broadest scale, closed routes in other areas of the Forest may receive restoration treatments if monitoring shows new areas of resource impacts or new areas with trespass into closed areas. There are approximately 2027 miles of open OHV routes on the Forest in California, on approximately 1.1 million acres of non-wilderness land and Inventoried Roadless Areas (IRA's) where issues of vandalism to existing closure structures and trespass into closed areas exist.

In addition to the direct acres restored and beneficial effects to additional acres including 9 acres in three Critical Aquatic Refugees (CAR's) which include habitat for Mountain Yellow Legged Frog and Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, this project would directly restore habitat in the John Muir and Inyo Mountain Wildernesses by enhancing closures of routes that lead to these wildernesses. The Glass Mountain focus area contains a large number of meadows.

Restoration proposed in this project would enhance meadow condition and hydrologic function.

Monitoring and Methodology - 4970.11(f)(1)(E)
Monitoring would be conducted by the Forest’s OHV Technicians and volunteer organizations with direction from OHV Manager on a routine basis and by Forest resource specialists annually to determine the projects' effectiveness and need for additional treatments. The project will be successful if it meets the following criteria:
• No new impacts to heritage resource sites,
• No evidence of new (illegal) OHV use in closed/restored areas, Restored areas show signs of improved soil conditions, including reduced off-site soil erosion and vegetative recovery.
•
Monitoring would include the following methodologies:

Personnel would document observations (i.e. evidence of motorized vehicle incursions such as tire tracks, reports from the public or actual observations). If OHV use is still occurring or restoration areas are not showing signs of improvement, additional restoration work would be completed incorporating appropriate strategies to eliminate illegal OHV use and continue to improve resource conditions. These adaptive management strategies will ensure long-term success in these areas.

GPS recording and documentation in GIS will assist in tracking long-term trends in the effectiveness of closures in areas with recurring trespass or vandalism to closure points. Photo documentation of trespass, vandalism, and effectiveness monitoring (as recorded in photo-capable GPS units) will be recorded/stored in the GIS map layer directly.

Photo point monitoring and observations would determine if soil and vegetation conditions have improved. The Forest has developed a resource condition checklist that will be used to assess stability and recovery along closed routes. The checklist will be completed on a subset of routes to help determine if there are additional impacts to natural and cultural resources from unrestored closed routes. This is especially important in the Glass Mountains area due to sensitive spring and meadow habitats. Photo points would be established prior to the implementation of project activities. Pre- and post- project photos and observations would document the bare soil and vegetation conditions (i.e. percent ground cover, etc.). These photo points and observations would determine if vegetation cover is increasing as a result of project activities.

Formal site visits would occur on a subset of routes at least once per summer for the first two years following implementation. The Forest would prioritize monitoring routes within designated riparian conservation areas (RCAs) and complete the monitoring after snowmelt or a large rainfall event when evidence of erosion is most visible. The monitoring effort is expected to provide some indication of site stabilization and vegetation recovery to determine the success of the restoration projects or natural recovery. The Forest will conduct Best Management Practices (BMPs) effectiveness and validation monitoring (as described in 2011 Water Quality Management Handbook and BMP Evaluation Protocols and the 2012 National Core BMP's) and complete the "OHV Trail Condition Evaluation Form" as per the Soil Conservation Plan on a subset of closed routes to track the success of the restoration effort.

Depending on the success of the project, the restoration sites would be monitored at longer intervals during the next __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 4 of 19

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Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ 10 years.

List of Reports - 4970.11(f)(1)(F)
Monitoring Report: Includes photo points and documented observations that would be produced and updated to include project planning (pre-project monitoring), implementation, and post project monitoring information. The monitoring report would also serve as an accomplishment report, and would describe the work that was completed.

Cultural Resources Report: This report by the Heritage Resource Specialist would review restoration efforts and reenforcement of barriers near cultural sites to ensure project work does not cause additional damage.

Soil Conservation report and Best Management Practices (BMPs) reports: The Watershed Specialist would review and report on the condition of closed routes to document soil and vegetative recovery at project sites, and summarize results from the closed route checklist and photo monitoring. This information would be used for future restoration efforts to fine- tune techniques to match site conditions.

Botany report: The Forest Botanist’s report would contain data on the areas that had been revegetated with either plants or seed from the native plant greenhouse, and the success rate of the revegetation. They would also note impacts to sensitive species and weeds in the area per Forest Service reporting requirements.

Goals, Objectives and Methodology / Peer Reviews - 4970.11(f)(1)(G) The goals and objectives of this restoration project are to minimize trespass into unauthorized areas, increase vegetative recovery and eliminate impacts to soil and water resources caused by erosion occuring on unauthorized routes. To do this, Forest staff will assess past restoration efforts on unauthorized routes Forestwide as well as determine further restoration needs. If assessments show signs of trespass, lack of vegetative recovery and/or soil and water resource impacts from erosion then more restoration work will be prescribed and implemented on these unauthorized routes and areas. See the "monitoring and methodology" section for a more detailed explanation on methodology.

Plan for Protection of Restored Area - 4970.11(f)(1)(H) The restoration areas would be a a primary focus for patrols by OHV Technicians, Volunteers, OHV Manager, Forest Protection Officers, Forest Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs), and natural resource specialists as part of the ongoing monitoring, education, and enforcement efforts.

Most of the restoration areas are located in highly visible areas and would be patrolled regularly throughout the high use periods (May-October). In addition Forest personnel will visit a subset of restored routes to complete monitoring and evaluation throughout the high use periods (May-October).

As part of the restoration activities, barriers would be installed to keep motorized vehicles out of closed and restored areas. Signage would be installed and regularly maintained to ensure protection of the restored area. Monitoring, as described above, would also ensure project success.

Soil Control Efforts - 4970.11(f)(1)(I)
The Forest's Travel Management Record of Decision (ROD) (2009) largely explains displayed accelerated surface erosion, off-site erosion and stream sedimentation. The steeper sections of the closed routes are especially prone to off-site erosion. Soil control efforts will be designed to protect the riparian and aquatic habitat and municipal water supplies in these key areas. Restoration activities will be designed to reduce the amount of bare, compacted soil and allow for increased vegetative cover, both of which will increase on-site soil stability. Specific restoration techniques to protect soils include: blocking (using lumber or boulders), signage, subsoiling, native mulch, vertical mulching, planting native vegetation, and seeding areas with native plant seed. Revegetation of the native plant community is critical to minimize off-site erosion and stream sedimentation. Crews will re-vegetate the steeper sections of closed routes because these sections are especially prone to off-site erosion and stream sedimentation.

The monitoring and repair of barriers and previous restoration work will help deter new instances of trespass and __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 5 of 19

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Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ vandalism on unauthorized routes, which will increase the ability of routes to stabilize and re-vegetate. Routes that are revegetating also help prevent the introduction of noxious or invasive weeds. Invasive weeds are associated with adverse effects to soils.

The Forest has extensive experience in ensuring the effective application of restoration treatments and implementing Best Management Practices (BMPs) on the ground. Updating and refining BMP's is a result of knowledge gained from monitoring and evaluating previous applications. As stated in Section E (List of Reports), the Soil Conservation Report, the Best Management Practices report, the summary of the closed route checklist, and photo monitoring would document the implementation and effectiveness of erosion control efforts and resource concerns beyond the immediate closure point.

Through monitoring, adjustments to the restoration activities will be made as necessary throughout the life of this project.

District and County Information
California State Senate Districts
Select one or more of the California State Senate Districts where the proposed project activities will occur. Copy and Paste the URL (https://findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov/) in your browser to determine the State Senate district(s).

State Senate 04 State Senate 16
California State Assembly Districts
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Copy and Paste the URL (https://findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov/) in your browser to determine the State Assembly district(s).

State Assembly 08 State Assembly 33
California Congressional Districts
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Copy and Paste the URL (https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/CA#map) in your browser to determine the Congressional district(s).

Congressional District 3 Congressional District 20
County
Select one or more of the California Counties where the proposed project activities will occur.

Inyo Mono Tulare
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Project Cost Estimate
Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______ APPLICANT NAME : USFS - Inyo National ForestPROJECT TITLE : Restoration PROJECT NUMBER (Division use only) :

G24-02-05-R01
PROJECT TYPE :

Law Enforcement Restoration Education & Safety AcquisitionDevelopment Ground Operations Planning PROJECT DESCRIPTION :

This project would monitor unauthorized/illegal routes and restore areas where incursions occur across the Forest. OHV technicians will monitorunauthorized routes Forestwide and will specifically focus on high recreation use areas such as Monache Meadows, Coyote Flat and the Mammoth Lakesarea. Monitoring results as well as known existing restoration issues will help the Forest focus on OHV areas that are in high need of restoration work. Thisinformation will be gathered and stored using Survey123. Restoration work will include subsoiling unauthorized/illegal routes to promote faster vegetativerecovery by allowing more moisture to get into the soil and create more ideal growing conditions for native plants. Subsoiling would also make theunauthorized/illegal route harded to drive on a less appealing to use. In addition to subsoiling, other restoration activities would inlcude installing, replacingand maintaining OHV barriers blocking unauthorized/illegal routes, disguising unauthrozied/illegal routes by mulching with native material, planting nativeplants and raking out areas of trespass. All of this work will be done using heavy equipment and OHV crews. Again this completed work will be gatheredand stored using Survey123.

Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match
DIRECT EXPENSESProgram Expenses
1 Staff

1. Staff-OHV Restoration TechniciansNotes : OHV Restoration Technicians forest-wide tomonitor unauthorized routes, restore areas where OHVdamage occurred, restore OHV incursions to closed routes.coordinate volunteer OHV restoration projects/activities.This would fund two Restoration OHV Techs for three 6234.0000 26.160 HRS 163,081.00 163,081.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 7 of 19

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match years.Install signage to close roads and unauthorized routes.Educate visitors and public outreach to OHV recreationists.Install and repair fencing and barriers2. Staff-OHV ManagerNotes : OHV manager coordinates and oversees all OHVrestoration activities forest-wide. Ties to all deliverables$14,984 per year for 3 years of restoration grant term.Response to division: OHV manager oversees day to daywork activities of OHV restoration projects, plans, developsand executes OHV restoration work. They also providefield supervision, guidance of restoration technicians, andon the ground labor when necessary. 900.0000 50.340 HRS 45,306.00 35,306.00 10,000.00

3. Staff-Volunteer Restoration ProjectsNotes : Volunteers will install plants, barriers, signs andprovide reports of OHV incursion into wilderness. Projectswill occur in areas damaged by unauthorized OHV use. 900.0000 37.320 HRS 33,588.00 0.00 33,588.00

4. Staff-BotanistNotes : Botanist to oversee planting projects, growing of 300.0000 34.020 HRS 10,206.00 5,103.00 5,103.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 8 of 19

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match native plants and works with OHV staff to plan restorationprojects.5. Staff-ArcheologistNotes : Archeologist works with OHV staff to planrestoration projects. Checks the area to be restored for anarcheological sites. 300.0000 34.020 HRS 10,206.00 5,103.00 5,103.00

6. Staff-Wildlife BiologistNotes : Monitors threatened, endangered and sensitivehabitats during OHV restoration projects. 125.0000 52.600 HRS 6,575.00 0.00 6,575.00

7. Staff-Hydrologist 300.0000 52.600 HRS 15,780.00 0.00 15,780.00 Total for Staff 284,742.00 208,593.00 76,149.00
2 Contracts

1. Contracts-ACE CrewNotes : ACE crew or other would be used to complete workon the Inyo NF OHV program. The crew would be used toperform trail and road maintenance. Install rolling dips,cleaning out catch basins and lead off ditches. Install andfix OHV signs on loops and routes and signs on level 2roads. Provide OHV data on projects needed and RYGmonitoring.

1.0000 1000.000 EA 1,000.00 1,000.00 0.00
3 Materials / Supplies

1. Materials / Supplies-Fencing, Barriers, Signs & Carsonite 3.0000 5000.000 EA 15,000.00 15,000.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 9 of 19

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match Notes : Purchase of barricades, fencing, and gates forclosure and restoration of closed/illegal roads.Signage including carsonite stickers, reflective signs, woodsigns, etc. to install on closed/illegal routes. to keep userson correct routes. These signs and stickers will directly berelated to restoration projects.2. Materials / Supplies-Native plants, seed & plantingsuppliesNotes : Inyo National Forest acquires native plants forrestoration from a local cooperative native plantgreenhouse. The facility propagates native grasses, forbs,and shrubs from locally collected seed for use in restorationprojects. It is supported by the USFS, BLM, the Universityof CA, the CA Native Plant Society, and local tribes. Fundswill support this effort through a paid agreement with thegreenhouse operator. Providing planting soil, containers,facility maintenance supplies for planting, including stakes,seedling protector tubes, soil, fertilizer, water containers,etc. These supplies are for the growing of native plants at acooperative partners greenhouse. Plants and seeddeveloped through this program will be used to restorenative plant communities on the closed routes.

3.0000 3000.000 EA 9,000.00 9,000.00 0.00
Total for Materials / Supplies 24,000.00 24,000.00 0.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 10 of 19

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match 4 Equipment Use Expenses

1. Equipment Use Expenses-FuelNotes : Fuel for UTVs and other equipment used duringrestoration projects.

1.0000 1000.000 EA 1,000.00 1,000.00 0.00

2. Equipment Use Expenses-Equipment MainteanceNotes : Funding for equipment for UTVs and otherequipment used during restoration projects.

1.0000 1500.000 EA 1,500.00 1,500.00 0.00
Total for Equipment Use Expenses 2,500.00 2,500.00 0.00 5 Equipment Purchases6 Others
Total Program Expenses 312,242.00 236,093.00 76,149.00TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES 312,242.00 236,093.00 76,149.00INDIRECT EXPENSESIndirect Costs 1 Indirect Costs

1. Indirect Costs-OHV Manager Administrative expensesNotes : Administrative costs covering salary, reporting,billing, mailing, etc. for forest-wide OHV Manager.Ties to all project deliverables

3.0000 6000.000 EA 18,000.00 15,000.00 3,000.00

2. Indirect Costs-Forest Data ManagerNotes : Forest Data Manager collects data on OHV users,trail conditions and areas that need restoration work. 150.0000 41.610 HRS 6,242.00 0.00 6,242.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 11 of 19

Project Cost Estimate for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line Item Qty Rate UOM Total Grant Req. Match

3. Indirect Costs-Forest Public Affairs OfficerNotes : Public Affairs Officer maintains the forest OHVwebpage and social media. Attends public meetings andvolunteer events.

75.0000 50.340 HRS 3,776.00 0.00 3,776.00
Total for Indirect Costs 28,018.00 15,000.00 13,018.00Total Indirect Costs 28,018.00 15,000.00 13,018.00TOTAL INDIRECT EXPENSES 28,018.00 15,000.00 13,018.00TOTAL EXPENDITURES 340,260.00 251,093.00 89,167.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 12 of 19

Project Cost Summary for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Agency: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Category Total Grant Req. Match Narrative DIRECT EXPENSESProgram Expenses
1 Staff 284,742.00 208,593.00 76,149.002 Contracts 1,000.00 1,000.00 0.003 Materials / Supplies 24,000.00 24,000.00 0.004 Equipment Use Expenses 2,500.00 2,500.00 0.005 Equipment Purchases 0.00 0.00 0.006 Others 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total Program Expenses 312,242.00 236,093.00 76,149.00TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES 312,242.00 236,093.00 76,149.00INDIRECT EXPENSESIndirect Costs 1 Indirect Costs 28,018.00 15,000.00 13,018.00
Total Indirect Costs 28,018.00 15,000.00 13,018.00TOTAL INDIRECT EXPENSES 28,018.00 15,000.00 13,018.00TOTAL EXPENDITURES 340,260.00 251,093.00 89,167.00 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page: 13 of 19

Soil Conservation
Soil Conservation for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______
PART 1 - DETERMINE THE NEED FOR FULL SOIL CONSERVATION PLAN (SCP) All Applicants submitting Projects involving Ground Disturbing Activities shall submit a Soil Conservation Plan that clearly identifies what proposed Project(s) will be addressed and how the Soil Conservation Standard will be achieved for each proposed Project. The Soil Conservation Plan must cover the combined Project Area of all proposed Projects with Ground Disturbing Activities.

Applicants able to certify that none of the proposed activities listed in the Application have potential to cause erosion or sedimentation which significantly affects resource values beyond the Facilities, or generate soil loss that exceeds restorability, shall submit the Soil Conservation Plan form only. Applicants who cannot certify that the proposed activities listed in the Application will have no potential to cause erosion or sedimentation which significantly affects resource values beyond the Facilities or generate soil loss that exceeds restorability shall submit the Soil Conservation Plan form and a Soil Conservation Plan (refer to 14 CCR Section 4970.06.3).

1. Do any of proposed Projects involve Ground Disturbing Activities? (If you checked YES, complete # Question 2. If you checked NO, stop here, and proceed to the Evaluation section).

Yes No

2. Can the Applicant certify that none of the proposed Projects with Ground Disturbing Activities, including the OHV Recreation directly facilitated by these activities, have potential to cause erosion or sedimentation which significantly affects resource values beyond the Facilities, or generate soil loss that exceeds restorability? (If you checked YES complete SCP Form Item #2. If you checked NO, complete a Soil Conservation Plan at time of Final Application, and proceed to the Evaluation section).

Yes No
SCP Form Item #2
Discuss the analysis and justification used to certify that the proposed Project, or OHV Recreation activity, does not have the potential to cause erosion or sedimentation which significantly affects resource values beyond the Facilities, or generate soil loss that exceeds restorability.

An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) analysis was completed for this project. In the 2009 Inyo National Forest Motorized Travel Management EIS, impacts from soil erosion and sedimentation were analyzed in depth.

With the implementation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) as stated in the EIS, it is not expected that there will be significant impacts from erosion and sedimentation. See attachments for further information. __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 14 of 19

Evaluation Criteria
Evaluation Criteria for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Version # ______ APP # ______

1. Project Cost Estimate - Q 1. (Auto populates from Cost Estimate)

1. As calculated on the Project Cost Estimate, the percentage of the Project costs covered by the Applicant is:
2 (Note: This field will auto-populate once the Cost Estimate and Evaluation Criteria are Validated.) 76% or more (10 points)
66% - 75% (7 points)
51% - 65% (5 points)
36% - 50% (4 points)
26% - 35% (2 points)
11% - 25% (1 point)
10% (Match minimum) (No points)

2. Natural and Cultural Resources - Q 2.

2. Cultural and Natural Resources that would be adversely impacted if the Project failed to be funded:
21 (Check all that apply)
Archeological and historical resources identified in the California Register of Historical Resources or the National Register of Historic Places (3 points)
Bodies of Water (e.g., stream, reservoir, canal, lake, etc.) (3 points) Soils- Potential for mass wasting (e.g., landslides, debris flow, excessive erosion, etc.) (2 points) Sensitive areas (e.g., Areas of Critical Environmental Concern, designated wilderness areas, wild and scenic rivers, etc.) (2 point each, up to a maximum of 6)
[3]
Threatened and Endangered (T&E) listed species (2 point each, up to a maximum of 6) [2]
Other special-status species* (1 point each, up to a maximum of 3) [3]
Project is solely for Restoration Planning (No points)
Provide a detailed explanation regarding the type and severity of impacts that might occur relative to the item(s) checked:

This project occurs in watersheds which are tributaries of the Owen's River, which is a municipal water supply for Southern California. Many of the areas with closures occur in the vicinity of sensitive riparian and stream systems. This projects will monitor closed sites, repair vandalized closure structures, and previously disguised routes. The lack of vegetation cover and bare ground is leading to increased erosion, a potential decrease in site productivity and sedimentation into stream systems. If not funded impact in the John Muir, White Mountains, Owen's River Headwaters, and Inyo Mountains Wilderness areas; if not funded the following sensitive resources are effected: 2620 acres in 3 Critical Aquatic Refuges (CAR's); the project will help protect Mountain Yellow Legged Frogs and Federal Endangered Species Lahontan Cutthroat trout; A federally threatened species (refugia stock in O'harrell Creek) sensitive plant and animal species such as Mono Lake Lupine, Greater Sage Grouse and Wongs Spring snail.
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Evaluation Criteria for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________

3. Reason for Project - Q 3.

3. The primary reason for the Project is: 4
(Check the one most appropriate)
Protect special-status species or cultural site (4 points) Restore natural resource system damaged by OHV activity (4 points) OHV activity in a closed area (3 points)
Alternative measures attempted, but failed (2 points)
Management decision (1 point)
Scientific and cultural studies (1 point)
Planning efforts associated with Restoration (1 point)
Provide a name and date of reference document that supports this Project:

The 2009 Inyo National Forest Travel Management EIS Chapter 3, Soil and Geologic Resources section pgs. 185-193, Water Resources section pgs 217-231 and botanical resources section pgs 263-27 outline the need to restore natural resource systems. The Inyo National Forest Land and Resource Management Plan (2019) also describes the need to restore natural systems.

4. Measures to Ensure Success - Q 4.

4. The Project makes use of the following elements to ensure successful implementation: 12 (Check all that apply) Provide a detailed explanation for each item checked below:

Site monitoring to prevent additional damage (2 points) [OHV technicians will periodically check on restoration sites to ensure OHV users are using the alternative routes and damaging the restoration area. Technicians will ensure signage and barricades are intact.] Construction of barriers and other traffic control devices (2 points) [Project activities include maintenance and repair of vandalized barriers to limit and discourage motor vehicle incursions. Some of the barriers will be constructed of natural materials found on the forest. "H" barricades will be made of treated lumber. The Forest will be placing carsonite signs at closure points.] Use of native plants and materials (2 points)
[The Inyo National Forest has an agreement with the University of California and the Native Plant Society to grow native plants for OHV restoration projects. The White Mtn. Research center grows a variety of native plants for OHV restoration projects. Plants are planted by employees and volunteers while being supervised by the Inyo's Botanist.]
Incorporation of universally recognized “Best Management Practices” (2 points) [The Forest has extensive experience implementing Best Management Practices (BMP's). BMP's would be incorporated into barrier and additional disguising work to ensure water and soil quality as well as other forest resources are protected. BMP effectiveness and validation monitoring is conducted on a sub-set of restoration areas on a yearly basis to determine treatment effectiveness and to fine-tune treatment prescriptions.]
Educational signage (2 points)
[The forest will be installing educational signage around restoration sites and cultural sites, letting OHV users know about the work going on. Tread Lightly! brochures will be available at visitor centers and OHV Campgrounds. Tread Lightly! information will be available at OHV staging areas in kiosk. The Forest will be placing carsonite signs at closure points.]
Identification of alternate OHV routes to ensure that OHV activities will not reoccur in restored area (2 points) [Signature will direct OHV users away from restoration sites and on to correct MVUM (Motor Vehicle Use Map) routes.]
Project is solely for Restoration Planning (No points)
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Evaluation Criteria for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________

5. Publicly Reviewed Plan - Q 5.

5. Is there a publicly reviewed and adopted plan (e.g., wilderness designation, land management plan, route designation decision) that supports the need for the Restoration Project? 5 (Check the one most appropriate)
No (No points)
Yes (5 points)
Provide name and date of the plan that supports the Project:

The 2009 Omnibus Public Land Management Act (wilderness). The Inyo National Forest Travel Management EIS Record of Decision (ROD, 2009); Inyo National Forest Land and Resource Management Plan (1988), as amended by the Sierra Nevada Forest Plan Amendment (2004). Inyo National Forest Land Management Plan (2019). Joint Press release with BLM for public comments on OHV grants 2/13/2024.

6. Primary Funding Source - Q 6.

6. Primary funding source for all future operational costs associated with the Project will be: 3 (Check the one most appropriate)
Applicant’s or Land Manager’s operational budget. Applicant will not apply for future Grants (5 points) Combination of OHV Trust Funds and operational budget (3 points) OHV Trust Funds (No points)
Provide a detailed explanation for checked statement:

It is anticipated that the Forest will utilize a variety of funding sources to support this project. The Forest has been actively utilizing internal funding sources such as Legacy Roads and Trails along with Watershed, Recreation and Knutson-Vandenberg (KV) funding to support these types of restoration projects. The Inyo N.F. will continue to utilize volunteers and partnerships to support future operational needs related to this project both with in-kind contributions and grant funding. Partners include Friends of the Inyo. Friends of the Inyo assist in coordinating volunteer opportunities for the Forest-wide OHV restoration activities.

7. Public Input - Q 7.

7. The Project was developed with public input prior to the preliminary Application filing deadline.

Public input employed the following:
2 Provide a detailed explanation for each statement checked. Identify date(s) of meetings, location(s), participants, how public was notified of the meeting, and who hosted the meeting. Applicant must identify how distinct stakeholders are stakeholder to the Project. Do not include internal agency meetings or meetings that occurred more than 12 months prior to filing the preliminary Application:

Note: For any meeting held virtually, the Applicant must notify the Division prior to the virtual meeting by email at [email protected].
(Check all that apply)
The Applicant initiated and conducted publicly noticed meeting(s) with the general public to discuss Project (1 point)
[OHV Public Meeting 02/21/2024 with BLM and partner Valley Outdoors. 14 members of the public attended the meeting. The Division was notified of the public meeting. Meeting was advertised on local radio, newspaper and on the Inyo National Forest webpage and Facebook page.] __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 17 of 19

Evaluation Criteria for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ The Applicant held a meeting(s) with multiple distinct stakeholders separate from their general public meeting (1 point)
[OHV Stakeholders meeting 02/21/2024 with BLM and partner Valley Outdoors. Stakeholders included the Eastern Sierra 4WD Club, Mono County, Friends of the Inyo, Adventure Trails and The Dirt Ninjas. 11 stakeholders attended the meeting. Stakeholders were sent an email inviting them to the stakeholder meeting from the public affairs officer.]

8. Utilization of Partnerships - Q 8.

8. The Project will utilize partnerships to successfully accomplish the Project. Identify the number of organizations that will actively participate in the Project. Partners cannot include any unit of the OHVMR Division, subcontractors, any participant being paid by this OHV Grant and Cooperative agreement, or any Grantee receiving Grant funds for a Project in the Project Area as specified in this Application.
4 (Check the one most appropriate)
4 or more (4 points)
2 to 3 (2 points)
1 (1 point)
None (No points)
List each partner organization(s) separately and provide a detailed explanation for how each partner will participate in the Project:

University of California & the California Native Plant Society will provide volunteer personnel and funding to assist in growing plants in the green house for the restoration effort.

Valley Outdoors will assist in fielding volunteers for OHV restoration projects. Including: labor, vertical mulch, replacing signs, monitoring, and providing work on OHV routes.

Eastern Sierra 4x4 Club will assist in fielding volunteers for OHV restoration projects. Including: labor, vertical mulch, replacing signs, monitoring, and providing work on OHV routes.

Tread Lightly! will provide education signage, posters and pamphlets for OHV users.

9. Scientific and Cultural Studies - Q 9.

9. Scientific and cultural studies will: (Respond ONLY if Restoration Project involves scientific and/or cultural studies.)
(Check all that apply) Provide a detailed explanation for each selection:

Determine appropriate Restoration techniques (2 points) Examine potential effects of OHV Recreation on natural or cultural resources (2 points) Examine methods to ensure success of Restoration efforts (1 point) Lead to direct management action (1 point)

10. Underlying Problem - Q 10.

10. The underlying problem that resulted in the need for the Restoration Project has been effectively addressed and resolved (e.g., incursions are no longer occurring) prior to this Application:
3 (Check the one most appropriate)
No (No points)
Yes (3 points)
Provide a detailed explanation for the "Yes" response:
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Evaluation Criteria for Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program - 2024

Applicant: USFS - Inyo National Forest

Application: Restoration
3/1/2024
__________________________________________________________________________ The cause of damage requiring restoration was the unmanaged off-trail and use of unauthorized routes in these areas. The 2009 Travel Management EIS designated a system of roads and motorized trails that essentially restricted motorized travel to designated routes. This project will help ensure that closed areas by the Omnibus Public Land Management Act (Wilderness Act) of 2009 stay closed. Restricting motorized access to designated areas addresses the underlying issue of unrestricted access causing impacts to critical natural and cultural resources such as accelerated soil erosion, stream sedimentation, sensitive plant populations as well as Wilderness areas. Some barricades and signage have already been implemented, addressing the off-trail use, but additional restoration is required.

11. Size of Sensitive Habitats - Q 11.

11. The size of sensitive habitats (e.g., Areas of Critical Environmental Concern, designated wilderness areas, wild and scenic rivers, meadows, wetlands, etc.) which will be actively restored through the Project will be:
5 (Check the one most appropriate)
Greater than 10 acres within the Project Area (5 points) 1 – 10 acres within the Project Area (3 points)
Less than 1 acre within the Project Area (1 point)
No sensitive habitat will be restored within the Project Area (No points)

12. Cause of Restoration activity - Q12
12 Is the majority of the restoration activity being performed in the Project Area caused by current legal/illegal OHV Recreation?
20 (Check the one most appropriate)
Yes (20 Points)
No ( No points)
Provide a detailed explanation for the “Yes” response:

This project would address hundreds of illegal/unauthorized OHV incursions forest-wide that are continuing to occur. Many routes require disguising, signage, and other restoration activities to make them unnoticeable or to notify users of the appropriate use for each one. Once restoration efforts have been implemented it will be expected to continue monitoring these sites to ensure areas are completely restored. __________________________________________________________________________ Page: 19 of 19

TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Title: Fiscal Year 24-25 Preliminary Budget (Department Requested).

Meeting Date: May 1, 2024
Prepared by: Rob Patterson, Town Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff is requesting Town Council comment and direction on the preliminary budget (Department Requested) that will assist staff in preparing the next phase of our FY24-25 budget. Staff will use direction and additional research to bring a balanced FY24-25 Tentative Budget (Manager Recommended) to Town Council in June for consideration.

BACKGROUND:

This report provides preliminary information related to the FY24-25 budget. The report primarily focuses on the General Fund but includes other key funds utilized for Town operations. The preliminary budget builds off the revenue information presented to the Town Council on April 3. There will be some additional changes to the budget based on requested Council direction, additional information obtained for both revenue and expenditures, along with fine tuning and final budget balancing adjustments. This report provides a basis to set expectations for the budget and to allow the Town Council to provide any comments or direction to assist in preparing a tentative budget in June.

This year we are focused on addressing certain policy questions with the Town Council that will help shape our budget processes going forward. We remain committed to a process that delivers a controlled growth of our operating budgets, aligned with Town Council priorities. Our revenue forecasting starts our budget cycle. The methodology and background used for each revenue forecast uses methodology consistent with prior years. We remain conservative in our estimates to prevent overreliance on high revenues, unduly increasing our annual operating budget. These revenue estimates were presented to the Town Council on April 4 and confirmation was received as to our recommendations. Staff has been working hard on the expenditure side to provide an accurate picture of department needs for the new fiscal year. Our goal is to provide the Council with a balanced operating budget, with only planned use of any reserves. This means the Town’s operating revenues will equal or exceed operating expenditures.

The preliminary budget is still a work in progress and therefore has additional work to address an almost $160,331 deficit. Staff will process updates as received and make adjustments to the plans based on Town Council input, resulting in a balanced tentative budget presented to Town Council on June 5th.

The preliminary budget includes General Fund revenues of $32,867,365 and expenditures (including transfers out) of $33,027,696.

In the previous year, the Town Council approved a number of policy decisions to refine the budget process in a way that will ensure adherence to our policies as a high priority, funded from the initial budget and not from excess revenues that may become available during the fiscal year. These decisions are outlined below.

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Reserve Policy
The adopted reserve policy includes four elements, Reserve for Economic Uncertainty (REU), Operating Reserve (OR), Debt Reserve (DR), and Contingency. Both REU and OR are tied to a percentage of base operating revenue, which, per policy, should approximate the General Fund revenue. This baseline revenue is updated annually, and staff recommends an increase from $30M to $33M for FY24-25. The policy rates of 20% and 5% for REU and OR respectively remain unchanged for FY24-25. To be consistent with the Town Council direction, staff have included the required reserve allocation in the preliminary budget. This reserve allocation of $444,038 is split between the REU ($294,038) and OR ($150,000) bringing them both into compliance with the policy. A $100,000 contingency amount is included in the proposed budget.

The reserve policy also includes a section for debt reserve. This element will provide funding to pay debt service obligations of the General Fund in the event of a funding shortfall. As no adjustments have been made to our debt service, that element remains within policy with $1,100,000 in reserves. When debt is issued for the Civic Center, staff will need to increase this reserve by approximately $600,000 to remain within compliance. As this debt issuance has not yet occurred, staff is not recommending these adjustments until mid-year budget review, likely 1st quarter review in October 2024. Total reserve across all elements totals $9,350,000.

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Excess Measure A Allocations to Housing NOW! - The Measure A allocations are represented in this budget consistent with prior Town Council expectations. This means we allocate the TOT budget to the specific categories, identifying appropriate expenditures for each category and reflect any change in balance for the reserves. Prior Town Council directed staff to transfer any excess budget from Housing and Tourism to Fund 245 – Housing NOW! initiatives. This is reflected in the budget as presented and illustrated in more detail later in this report.

FY23-24 General Fund Revenue Projections
In preparing for the FY24-25 budget, several key revenue projections are made to set the stage for the expenditure side of the budget. Staff presented the proposed revenue budget to the Town Council on April 3, and only minor adjustments have been made since that presentation. These updates are reconciled below. While there is continual information and analysis expected on this revenue forecast, staff will provide a reconciliation of any adjustments recommended in the next budget presentation. The new revenue forecast for FY24-25 is $32,867,365.

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Revenue Allocation “Measure A”
As transient occupancy tax rate has been increased over time through various ballot measures, Town Council established a set of commitments that outline the rate at which TOT would be distributed to Tourism, Transit and Housing, and Town General Fund. While the ballot measures had various names, they are collectively called “Measure A” allocations. While the various measures made “political” commitments on the use of the funds the measures were passed as general taxes which may be used for general fund purposes. The allocation and use of these revenues have gone through a few different adjustments over time, with the most recent being in 2017 as noted. Below is a brief history of the adjustments to TOT rate:

In 2017 the Town Council recalibrated the allocation to better address the current needs of the community and allocate more funds to housing. This recalibration established the current rates we use today which are referenced in points reflected in 13% collected for the tax.  Tourism – 2.35 points or 18.0769% of the collected tax  Transit – .85 points or 6.5385% of the collected tax
 Housing – .85 points or 6.5385% of the collected tax
The rates above are used to allocate funding to each category based on the amount of budgeted TOT on an annual basis. These allocations established the amount of revenue available for each category for budget purposes. Within the General Fund, there are specific departments for each category where staff will build budgets specific to this activity. The TOT budget for FY24-25 is $18.5M resulting in the following allocations:

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The primary expenditure in each category is usually the annual contract amount for the NonGovernmental Agency (NGO) responsible for providing the work plans in each category.  Housing – Eastern Sierra Community Housing
 Tourism – Mammoth Lakes Tourism and Mammoth Lakes Chamber of Commerce  Transit – Eastern Sierra Transit Authority
In addition to the initial allocation, the Town Council established a reserve for each category where actual funds received, above the budgeted TOT, would remain allocated to these categories but not automatically available for use. The reserves require Town Council action to make the funds available for specific projects or funding needs. Over time, these funds have been used for appropriate expenditures specific to the category but more recently, Tourism and Housing have been used almost exclusively for housing programs. Additional funds may be allocated as part of the quarterly budget updates. Staff also provide a reconciliation of these reserve balances annually during the fund balance presentation. The charts below reflect the budget contents for each of the Measure A allocation elements for FY24-25.

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The allocation of revenue for activities outside of the base MLT contract provides funding for programs previously funded through MLT. The shift reduced the amount of time and process required to manage these funds between the Town and MLT.

The contribution of any excess budget for both Housing and Tourism in the previous charts totals $1,601,296. This amount is currently reflected in the budget and will be transferred to Fund 245 Housing NOW! to the unallocated category, available for distribution to any housing initiative within our program.

Over the past few years, the Transit reserves have been used to fund increased Eastern Sierra Transit Authority (ESTA) operating costs and to set aside funding to serve as a grant match for vehicle replacement.

FY23-24 General Fund Expenditures
The focus on the General Fund is to prepare a balanced operating budget. This simply means that operating revenues will be equal to or greater than annual operating expenditures. The focus on the General Fund is important as it has the greatest level of flexibility in meeting local government expenditures. A number of other funds that are restricted by law (i.e., revenues may only be expended for certain purposes like Measure R and U, Assessment Districts, or Gas Tax or some funds restricted by Council action). A number of these funds will include the planned use of reserves or encumbered funds. This is often the case for capital projects or larger planning items that span multiple fiscal years.

A detailed Capital Improvement Program will also be prepared as the budget process moves forward.

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Our approach with General Fund expenditures was to review each department’s performance to date to identify trends we see emerging that will affect our future needs. There is a focus to develop added capacity, through efficiency and process improvement, within all Town operations. Staff costs are the largest combined cost to the Town and therefore require good oversite and strategic planning.

Departments are focused on adding employees only for critical needs and increased capacities above and beyond what can be achieved through efficiency. Department Heads and the Town Manager begin the annual position review by determining what service level impacts are expected and how proper administration of positions will address those needs. Staff has provided a narrative of each recommended position change or addition for FY24-25.

Public Works – Hybrid Workers
In FY24-25, the Town embarked on a series of reorganizations to optimize the service delivery for our Public Works and Parks and Recreation maintenance departments. While the service delivery model is enhanced, there is still a high dependency on part-time workers. Those work classifications are difficult to find in our region and the Town has always had much better opportunities with full-time employees, albeit at a higher cost. In the FY24-25 budget we have added three full-time employees and eliminated six part-time positions that are assigned to winter roads and summer parks maintenance. These full-time positions will transfer between these departments seasonally to match the shifting workloads. We will retain one part-time position in each area to complete the coverage. The net impact of this solution is $212,920 with details listed in the chart below.

Facilities Maintenance Manager
This recommendation is an adjustment to existing staff assignments to develop a robust Facility and Asset Management focus for the Town. The elimination of the Engineering Technician position and establishment of a Facilities and Asset Manager is in response to a desire to better manage deferred maintenance and consolidate facility maintenance responsibilities. The opening of the Community Recreation Center and decision to advance the Town Hall and MACC was the catalyst for developing this position. Historically, the responsibility to manage janitorial, building maintenance, and other assets was shared amongst multiple staff members over several departments. The position will develop procedures and schedules for the maintenance of all Town facilities, oversee contracts for services, and develop GIS data sets for all Town owned assets. The position will not need to be back filled as it consolidates the responsibilities previously held by many employees.

Assistant Engineer – Reclassification from Engineering Assistant The promotion of the current Engineering Assistant to Assistant Engineer is necessary to recognize the increase in responsibility and workload. The engineering department has committed to completing more projects and is managing more work than ever before. This provides opportunities for junior staff to step into more complex roles. In this case the individual has demonstrated competence in managing larger projects and working directly with partner agencies and the public. Management is now assigning this higher-level work to the employee as necessary to meet the overall agency goals and commitments. The work is somewhat similar but is now completed with less oversight and with more decision-making responsibilities resting on the employee. This is a natural progression for engineers working in government and the responsibilities are consistent across the country. This position adjustment will add $6,000 to the budget.

Revenue Specialist and part-time enforcement - Certified Properties The work completed by the Short-Term Rental (STR) Advisory Committee included recommendations for funding sources to enhance administration of the Town’s STR businesses. Staff developed a structure that enhances services for the business owners, streamlining payment and data collection as well as

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augmentation of our audit and enforcement staff. In response, the FY24-25 budget includes one Revenue Specialist to focus on audit functions and one additional part-time enforcement agent. Our experience with part-time enforcement is that we have gaps in correspondence on off days. Often these enforcements cases are highly stressful and require immediate response. With two people in this role, staff will structure the work hours to provide full coverage and share duties on enforcement correspondence. The combination of these two staff adjustments will add $148,640 to the budget.

Building Inspector / Plans Examiner
The Town currently has one full-time inspector and uses two contract inspectors during the summer months. This method allows the Town to flex staff levels, and still have highly trained skill sets specific to building codes and methods. This has been particularly important as the community has recovered from the winter emergency last year and the damage it incurred. Our current staff is planning retirement in the next few years and our incremental position is intended to provide for succession planning and replacement. This position is slated to start in April of 2025 so has approximately 25% of the year for expenses. This position will add $41,875 to the budget for FY24-25.

Financial Analyst / Technology Coordinator
The Town currently employees a Financial Analyst who is imbedded in the Engineering department to assist with financial tracking of capital projects. In the last two years, this employee has learned to program the Town’s Quick Base database management software. Through this training and experience, the Town is developing software programs in-house, tailored specifically for our needs. Recent accomplishments include a comprehensive fleet management and billing system, updated inventory management, and the certified property management system. We expect to utilize developed programs in the facility maintenance and asset management department as well as some Outdoor Recreation projects. This expansion of duties resulted in a reclassification of the position wage scale to align job responsibilities with compensation. This position adjustment will add $10,030 to the budget for FY24-

25. Sustainability Coordinator / Program Analyst – part-time This position will assist in implementation and management of the Town’s sustainability initiatives like the plastic water bottle ban, education, and outreach on the Styrofoam ban, as well as work on grant opportunities to expand solid waste innovation. This is a new direction for our community and the position will allow focused efforts and the training we will need with a fledgling program. The position will add $29,765 to the budget.

Airport Office Staff – part-time
Administration work at the Airport has increased significantly with position changes in the last few years. The core management team includes the Deputy Airport Manager, Airport Operations Manager, and support from the Finance Director. This core team is expanding the effectiveness of Airport operations as well as customer service & experience initiatives. The part-time position will assist in the implementation of new data management platforms as well as freeing up time for staff development of the Deputy Airport Manager. The original plan for staff development included training time with Airport and FAA specialists to obtain the skillsets necessary to be promoted to full Airport Manager. To date, these training efforts have been challenged by the workload and focus on engineering related project management. This part-time staff will help with the success of this overall management plan. The position will add $23,428 to the budget.

Other effects to Labor Costs
Staff tracks the change in cost for specific labor elements on an annual basis. Health insurance rates are provided on an annual (calendar year) basis by our service provider. This year we realized a rate increase

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of approximately 2.8% for the year. This increase, from rate only, is approximately $87,385 and represents 11.4% of the total labor increases reflected in this budget. Merit increases are a part of the salary structure adopted by the Town to ensure we have competitive starting wages but reflect the expected increase in productivity as additional experience is gained over time. This is reflected as 5% steps for the General Employees’ Association (GEA) and Public Works Employees’ Association (PWEA). Ranges are also established in the Management Employees’ Association (MEA) but are a range and not reflected in specific steps. If the annual progression of each employee is deemed successful by their supervisor in an annual review, they will receive a 5% pay increase annually based on their hire date. When an employee reaches the top of their range, they no longer receive merit increases and the only pay increases are based on negotiated pay adjustments. The increased labor costs associated with merit increases is $221,056 and represents 28.8% of the total labor increases reflected in this budget. The employment contracts for the employee associations are in the second year of the term and contain a 2 – 3% annual pay adjustment. The cumulative adjustment across all employee associations and contract employees is $190,044 or 24.7% of the total labor increases reflected in this budget.

In addition to the benefit and pay adjustments for existing employees, our recreation programs have expanded with the expansion of programs and utilization of our new facilities. This additional cost is approximately $220,000 and is covered by revenue from increased fees.

The budget also includes some salary savings from key position changes. These savings occur when the outgoing employee is paid a higher wage within the income scale or lower retirement costs. We are experiencing these salary savings in the Town Manager, Administrative Services / Finance Director, Community Development Director and with the Public Works re-organization. In total the impact of these salary savings is a $285,000 reduction in the budget.

The following table reflects the employee adjustments discussed above:

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In addition to labor expense, each department has expense lines that match the core services provided by that department. In some instances, there are contracts with third party entities that perform some critical function within that department work plan. For example, in Finance, there is a contract expense for our online short-term rental monitoring programs. Departments will also have expenses related to training, conferences and meetings, uniform costs, misc. supplies, potential overtime wage, and advertising and legal notices. Each department Director has reviewed the needs of the year and completed the preliminary budget. There may be adjustments as we continue review and analysis and at some point, minor reductions may be necessary to balance the budget. These adjustments will determine those that have the least impact on the overall delivery of core services. The departmental expenses for FY24-25 remain consistent with prior years. Below is a chart that shows the inclusion of these expenses and additional labor costs noted above by department. This chart shows a comparison of these budgets to the previous year’s expenditures and adopted FY23-24 budget.

The graph below shows the relative size of department expenditures within the General Fund.

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Gas Tax Fund (210)
The Gas Tax Fund is the second largest operating fund following the General Fund. The fund provides for road infrastructure maintenance and snow removal. Staff are recommending a change in the Gas Tax – Snow removal revenue estimate starting this fiscal year. This revenue item is highly variable depending on the cost of snow removal in the previous year. Since the General Fund must transfer funds to cover expenses in the Gas Tax fund, this variability causes a whipsaw effect in the General Fund. By budgeting an average revenue, similar to the way we estimate snow removal costs for the current year, with undetermined levels of snow, there is a predictable impact to the General Fund. The revenue for FY24-25 includes $1,968,033 in State Gas Tax fund and $3,572,377 in General Fund support.

SB1 Funds listed in the revenue numbers above must be spent on specified capital projects. For the purpose of this budget, the projected revenue from SB1 is also listed as a transfer out to capital projects.

Any unexpended funds remain in capital projects and not Gas Tax Fund 210.

The majority of expenditure adjustment is reflective of a shift in labor costs between the departments.

Transfer out is reduced by the transfer to assessment districts, resulting in an overall decline in expenditures by $53,751. These transfers are tied to the snow removal gas tax adjustments listed above, so they are similarly averaged.

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Snow removal is the key expense in this fund that drives operating changes year over year. This not only affects the snow removal line item but vehicle operation costs. Other line items can vary year over year depending on road rehabilitation projects. These projects can be handled within this fund or may show significant transfers out for larger capital projects. All of these elements are shown in the above numbers.

Debt Service / Future Capital Fund (990)
The Town has a variety of debt including the bond for the police station, the bond payment for the MLLA settlement, and inter-fund loan between the General Fund and the Vehicle Replacement Fund. The Town has been accelerating the repayment of the internal loan and expects to have this debt paid off no later than FY24-25 with a current outstanding balance of $931,207. The chart below reflects the debt payments made to external entities. The 2004 Bluffs development funding, paid for by assessments on property tax in the Bluffs was fully paid in FY21-22 and is no longer a part of our debt schedule. This adjustment is noted in Fund 990 for debt payments as well as Fund 852 where the assessment revenue and expenditures are noted. A summary of the Town’s operating debt service is as follows:

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This fund also includes future capital components for technology improvement or minor facility improvements that are undesignated but available for any capital project. Staff recommends continuing the practice of transferring the full $2M payment for MLLA settlement and allowing excess funds to accumulate for future capital projects. The difference between the $2M allocation and actual debt payment will provide $128,887 in funding for a future capital project.

CONCLUSION
Balancing the FY24-25 preliminary budget deficit will be accomplished working through the various departmental budgets and revenue updates. We anticipate some changes in both revenue and some expense reductions. Staff is committed to working within the Town’s financial limits and the policy direction provided by Town Council as we provide services to our community. We are also requesting specific policy direction in a few areas that will assist in both budget development and work program implementation. Based on any requested adjustments by the Town Council, staff will proceed with developing the tentative budget.

As the tentative budget is developed, staff will provide additional budget details, comparisons and other relevant information that serves to inform the overall budget development. The tentative budget will include additional areas of the Town overall budget (Restricted Funds, Assessment Districts, DIF, Capital Projects, and others). The Town Council will be provided with the tentative budget for review on June 5th, prior to the proposed final budget hearing and adoption scheduled for June 19, 2024.

FY24-25 Budget
Preliminary Budget – Department Requested
Rob Patterson
Town Manager
May 1, 2024

General Fund - Revenue Adjustments

General Fund - Projected Revenue

General Fund - Projected Revenue

Reserve Policy Updates

Measure A - Allocations

Measure A - Allocations

Measure A - Allocations

Measure A - Allocations

Staff Adjustments

Labor Stats Comparison

Labor Costs Comparison

Labor Costs

General Fund – Expenditure summary by Department

General Fund – Expense Distribution

Gas Tax Fund (210)

Gas Tax – Expense Distribution

Debt & Future Capital Fund (990)

Agenda Item ________
File No. ____________

AGENDA BILL
Subject: Councilmember Reports
Initiated by: Jamie Gray
______________________________________________________________________ BACKGROUND:

Each member of the Town Council is appointed to serve as a Town representative to a number of committees, commissions, and organizations.

These groups meet infrequently and from time to time the representatives will report to the rest of the Council at a regularly scheduled meeting.

In addition, Councilmembers on occasion participate in meetings, conferences and seminars, and their reports on these educational opportunities are of benefit to the rest of the Council.

ANALYSIS/DISCUSSION:

California Government Code requirements pertaining to the open meeting act stipulate that all items for discussion must be listed on the agenda before the matter can be discussed and/or acted upon. To meet this requirement, and the intent of the Brown Act, Councilmember Reports are listed on each agenda to allow representatives to report to the rest of the Council at these meetings.

The following is a list of the commission/committees on which members of the Council serve:

Land Use:

Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) – Rea, Rice, and Bubser as alternate
Airport Land Use Commission – Rea, Rice, and Bubser as the alternate Mono County Collaborative Planning Team (CPT) – Senior Planner Kim Cooke and Rice as alternate
Intergovernmental Relations:

Town and County Liaison Committee – Sauser, Bubser, and Town Manager and Rea as alternate
Desert Mountain Division of the League of California Cities – Sauser and Town Manager as alternate
Eastern Sierra Council of Governments (ESCOG) – Bubser, Wentworth, and Sauser as alternate
Great Basin Unified Air Pollution Control District – Wentworth and Bubser as alternate

League of California Cities City Voting Delegate – Sauser and the Town Manager as the alternate
California Joint Powers Insurance Authority Board – Rea and Assistant to the Town Manager as alternate
Transportation:

Local Transportation Commission (LTC) – Bubser, Sauser, and Paul Chang; Town Manager as alternate
Eastern Sierra Transit Authority (ESTA) Board – Bubser and Sauser Local Issues:

Mammoth Lakes Tourism (MLT) Board – Wentworth
Mammoth Lakes Recreation (MLR) Board – Rea
Eastern Sierra Community Housing Board – Rice
Treasury Oversight Committee – Finance Director; Town Manager as alternate STR (Short Term Rental Advisory Committee) – Rice and Bubser LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS:

According to the California Open Meeting Act, commonly referred to as the Brown Act, the agenda must reflect every matter to be discussed by a governing body.

RECOMMENDATION(S):

This agenda bill is submitted for information only.