Mammoth Lakes City Council
February 18, 2026

Town Council Agenda

Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
437 Old Mammoth Road, Suite Z, Mammoth Lakes
Members of the Town Council:

Councilmember Chris Bubser, Councilmember Bill Sauser, Councilmember John Wentworth, Mayor Pro Tem Brent Truax, Mayor Amanda Rice
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. WORKSHOP

4.1 Joint workshop with the Board of Mammoth Lakes Tourism.

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

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

6.1 Town of Mammoth Lakes Social Media Report for January 2026.

6.2 February 2026 Public Works Engineering CIP Update.

7. TOWN COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS

7.1 Recognize promotion of Soibian Spring to Airport Manager.

8. CONSENT AGENDA

8.1 Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of February 4, 2026.

8.2 Waive the reading and adopt by title only the ordinance amending Town of Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code Chapter 9.32, Tobacco and Related Products.

8.3 Approve the resolution terminating the emergency action to install an aboveground waste oil tank at the Town Yard.

9. POLICY MATTERS

9.1 2026 Resolution to Increase Parking Citation Penalties.

9.2 Resolution to Change and Manage Parking Signage.

9.3 Town of Mammoth Lakes Overnight Parking Program.

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

11. CLOSED SESSION

11.1 Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, the Town Council will hold a conference with its representatives in regard to property negotiations pertaining to:

Property: APN: 035-010-052
Agency Negotiators: Rob Patterson, Nolan Bobroff, and Marcus Sproll Negotiating Parties: Town of Mammoth Lakes and Mammoth Lakes Foundation Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment.

12. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN AFTER CLOSED SESSION

13. ADJOURNMENT
The Town Council will adjourn to a regular meeting to be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

From: Morehead, Tana J.

To: Angela Plaisted
Cc: Jamie Gray
Subject: RE: US Small Business Administration (SBA) Request to Speak at Town Council Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 4:33:04 PM
Attachments: image001.png
News Release-021026.pdf
1-DisasterLoans-CommunityHelp.pdf
2-Benefits of a Disaster Loan.pdf
FactSheet.pdf
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[EXTERNAL EMAIL]
Angela, it was great speaking with you today; I appreciate you returning my call. Here is an updated email for distribution per our conversation.

My name is Tana Morehead, Public Affairs Specialist for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). I’d like to bring to your attention that my colleague, LaMonica Lacey and I along with customer service representatives are present in California on the mission to assist small businesses that were impacted economically by the 2025 Late December Storms.

The disaster loan available for this declaration is the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL). It is designed to provide working capital to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives and non-profit organizations struggling to meet financial obligations due to the loss of revenue caused by the disaster.

Key Details of our EIDL Program:

Eligible Areas: This declaration covers Mono County, a primary county; Alpine, Fresno, Inyo, Madera, and Tuolumne which are all contiguous counties.

Loan Limits: Economic Injury Disaster Loans are limited to $2,000,000, though the SBA may waive this limit if a business is a major source of employment.

Interest Rates: Fixed rates are set at 4.000% for businesses and 3.625% for nonprofit organizations.

Terms: Loan terms can extend up to 30 years, with specific installments contingent upon the borrower's financial condition.

Sharing this information ensures those affected by the storm have access to economic solutions and business continuity support. Your participation helps us further our commitment to the small business community.

Attached are the following referenced materials:

SBAs official news release for this declaration
“Benefits of an SBA Disaster Loan” and;
“Community Help” flyer for disaster preparedness
Fact Sheet
Thank you for your consideration in participating in the public comments segment of your meeting. Additionally, reservation to participate on your future meeting’s agenda, would be greatly appreciated.

I can be reached at 571.752.0653 for any inquiries about this request. I look forward to meeting the Town Council at Mammoth Lakes.

Respectfully,
Tana Janelle Morehead
Public Affairs Specialist
Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience, Field Operations Center – West Office of Field Operations and Disaster Recovery
U.S. Small Business Administration
[email protected]
Cell: 571.752.0653
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Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 9:58 AM
To: '[email protected]' <[email protected]> Cc: 'Jamie Gray' <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: US Small Business Administration (SBA) Request to Speak at Town Council Greetings, AngelaMy name is Tana Morehead, Public Affairs Specialist for the US Small Business Administration. I emailed Jamie Gray about attending your meeting today at 4:00 pm. I received an auto reply to contact you in his absence. Considering the heavy snowfall,

I’m not sure if the meeting will still occur. If so, my colleague and I would greatly appreciate an opportunity to share the info; virtual attendance would be ideal.

In response to the 2025 Late December Storms, we are present in Mono County to offer and assist impacted businesses who need working capital for their recovery efforts. As a solution, SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) is available to businesses in Mono County and other contiguous counties.

Attached are the following: an official press release for this declaration, flyer “Benefits of an SBA Disaster Loan” and our Community Help flyer that speaks to disaster preparedness.

An opportunity to share and inform the council about SBA’s EIDL program at your 4:00 pm meeting today, I believe would be advantageous for businesses seeking economic recovery. Our deferred 12-month zero interest and zero payment working capital offering .

I await your response.

Best always,
Tana Janelle Morehead
Customer Service Representative
Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience, Field Operations Center – West Office of Field Operations and Disaster Recovery
U.S. Small Business Administration
[email protected]
Cell: 571.752.0653
Home Page | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn | Email Alerts From: Jamie Gray <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 9:41 AM
To: Morehead, Tana J. <[email protected]>
Subject: Automatic reply: US Small Business Administration (SBA) Request to Speak at Town Council CAUTION [External] - The sender of this message is external to the SBA network. Please use

care when clicking on links and responding with sensitive information. Report suspicious emails using the "Report Message" option in Outlook".

I will be out of the office and unavailable to check emails until Tuesday, February 24th. If you need immediate assistance please contact Assistant Clerk Angela Plaisted at [email protected].

RESTAURANT & RETAIL

CAMPAIGNS
FEBRUARY 2026

OVERVIEW

1. Après Adventure Eats

2. Keep It Local: Holiday Campaign

3. Monthly Business Promotions

4. Coming Soon...

APRÈS ADVENTURE EATS:

EAT LIKE YOU EARNED IT

Après Adventure Eats
A storytelling-driven campaign that pairs Mammoth Lakes’ most iconic year-round activities with its standout local dining scene, creating a trail-to-table journey for every kind of traveler.

Après Adventure Eats

KEEP IT LOCAL: HOLIDAY

CAMPAIGN

Encourage shopping at local Mammoth Lakes businesses for the holiday season - “Keep It Local.” At its core, the campaign features a limited number of printed "passport" cards with a collection of participating local retailers and their individual deals or specials Holiday Campaign

Holiday Campaign

MONTHLY BUSINESS PROMOTIONS

Showcase Mammoth Lakes’ dining, shopping, lodging, and creative community through monthly themed business features.

Monthly Business Promotions

Monthly Business Promotions

COMING SOON!

Save the date: May 2-9, 2026
Restaurant Week

THANK YOU!

MAMMOTH LAKES COMMUNITY

ENGAGEMENT CAMPAIGN
FEBRUARY 2026

MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM

OVERVIEW & CHALLENGE
2 Mammoth Lakes Tourism is launching a resident-first
campaign ahead of the 2028 TBID renewal to continue to
educate residents and build trust. While residents
generally acknowledge tourism’s economic importance,
many don’t connect tourism dollars to community vitality and are increasingly concerned about housing,
infrastructure, and overall quality of life.

Visitor taxes are visible but their impact sometimes isn’t.

Marketing is often seen as flashy rather than communityfocused, making tourism feel like something done to residents, not for them.

THE CHALLENGE
• Build a resident-informed campaign that
reflects local priorities and perspectives
• Highlight the tangible benefits of visitation to
the community
• Address key local concerns such as housing,
infrastructure and quality of life
• Foster a shared vision that balances tourism
and community needs

OUR APPROACH

MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM

KEY COMMUNITY SENTIMENT
3 Through MLT's resident sentiment studies, community outreach, Destination Stewardship planning focus groups, and other conversations, a few clear themes emerged that highlight opportunities for Mammoth Lakes Tourism to build trust and demonstrate impact:
• Housing is the top concern: Many locals feel priced out, especially the “missing middle.”
• Pride in lifestyle: Residents love Mammoth Lakes’ culture, grit, and small-town character.
• Limited visibility of tourism benefits: Residents who work outside tourism services, like professional service providers, educators, and even retirees often don't see how visitor dollars support them through local services and businesses.
• Desire for transparency: Strong demand for clear communication around what MLT is doing and why.

MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM

BIG IDEAS GUIDING THE CAMPAIGN
4 These core principles will shape a resident-first
approach and ensure visitation benefits the community:
• Balance visitation with the community’s small-town character. • Acknowledge housing and affordability directly and honestly. • Invite residents into the process and keep them meaningfully involved.
• Put sustainability at the center of decision-making.
• Empower youth and young professionals as the next generation of community stewards.

THE CAMPAIGN

MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM
VISITATION = VITALITY
6 Mammoth Lakes residents can feel burdened VOICE & TONE by visitation. Grocery store lines, parking,
cost of living and even employment
opportunities are all subject to the tides of
tourism. This concept shifts that power
dynamic by demonstrating how visitation
supports the community and serves as a tool
for supporting projects and programs that
meaningfully improve life in Mammoth
Lakes, with funding decisions made by
residents, for residents.

EMPOWERING

OWNERSHIP

COMMUNITY PRIDE

CONTROL

MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM

BRAND STYLE HIGHLIGHTS
7 • Highlights authentic human
experiences through photography
and videography.
• Emphasizes connection, emotion,
and storytelling over design
embellishment.
• Brand graphics act as subtle,
supportive elements that frame the
human narrative.
• Captures a genuine, person-toperson perspective of the destination.

MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM

WINDOW CLING
8 The window cling is intended to be hung in the
interior of all business partners that directly
collect and remit TBID assessments including
hotels, lodges, vacation rentals, restaurants,
retail shops, and recreation providers. It could
also be displayed in Town facilities supported
and maintained by visitation dollars.

CAMPAIGN IN THE WILD

MLT COMMUNITY

WEBSITE

OVERVIEW

WHO THIS IS DESIGNED FOR
• Primary audiences (residents, businesses, partners)
• Answering their top needs and questions
• Easy to navigate resource

GOALS OF THE REFRESH
• Clearly communicate the value of visitation to our community • Provide information on MLT insights and updates
• Outline MLT’s core value and position
• Make it easy to find & participate in community MLT events • Create a designated hub for local business resources like our photo library and business portal access

HOMEPAGE

FOCUSES & PHASES

MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM
COMMUNITY PHASE: VISITATION = VITALITY
15 • Community Collateral:

Window clings, flyers, and
shareable graphics for partner
use across the community.
• Ambassador Toolkit: Ready-touse talking points, visual assets, email content, and social
templates for campaign
messengers.
• MLT Website Hub: Centralized
campaign webpage with impact
reports, FAQs, ambassador
stories, and resident resources.
• Digital Engagement:

Resident surveys and feedback
forms to keep dialogue ongoing.
• Presentation Decks: Slides for
MLT staff and board members to
use in meetings and advocacy
efforts.
• Email Drip Content: Content for
a series of emails to be sent to
community members who sign up
on the webpage for more
information.
“Visitation = Vitality” is the
public-facing campaign that
Mammoth Lakes residents and
visitors will visually see across
town and digitally through
online channels to better
understand the positive role that
tourism plays in the community.

The campaign includes the
following communication tools
and channels:

MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM
PHASE 2: OUR TOWN, OUR TBID
16 • Business-community
focused sub-campaign
• Create sense of
ownership and
community pride in TBID
• Increase positive impact
sentiment and
understanding of TBID
• Shore up partner support
for TBID renewal

MAMMOTH LAKES TOURISM

CAMPAIGN ROLLOUT
17 We recommend a three-phase campaign implementation
plan that leads up to the TBID renewal in 2028.
• Roll out campaign toolkit to partners and
training materials to ambassadors
• Identify the first cohort of 2-3
ambassadors, begin planning storytelling
events.
• Launch the campaign to the public through
website landing page, social media and
newsletter
• Install “Visitation = Vitality” window clings
wherever possible
PHASE 1:

FOUNDATION + PILOT (Q1 - Q2 2026)
• Gather resident feedback and refine
messaging before expansion.
• Scale creative rollout across channels.
• Grow ambassador program to 5+ diverse
voices (youth, workforce, second
homeowners).
• Deploy additional physical campaign
elements (signage, kiosks, banners,
newspaper/radio).
• Host quarterly listening sessions and
expand digital feedback tools.

PHASE 2:

EXPANSION + ENGAGEMENT (Q3 - Q4 2026)
• Train ambassadors and supportive
residents to advocate authentically for
visitation’s role.
• Roll out Business Testimonial Series -
short, authentic videos and quotes from
remitting partners explaining how MLT
programs have benefited their operations.
• Publish State of Visitation in Mammoth
Lakes report with impact metrics and
stories.
• Host community-wide showcase aligning
partners ahead of TBID renewal.
• Deploy crisis-ready messaging toolkit to
address misinformation or opposition.

PHASE 3:

ADVOCACY RAMP (Q1 2027 - Q2 2028)

THANK YOU!

Town of Mammoth Lakes
[January 2026]

Purpose of the Town’s Social Media Program
Storytelling
The number one purpose of the Town’s social media program is to tell the Town’s story in a forum that was not being fully utilized previously.

Continuing to steadily grow our audiences on Facebook and Instagram to bring awareness to Town efforts, enforcements, successes, enhancements and partnerships is the main goal.

Observing what type of content receives the most engagement from our local audience will help us achieve our goal.

Currently, contracted efforts are being put into the TOML government-facing pages, which is the bulk of this report. However, TOML staff also operates the LA Kings Ice, Mammoth Parks and Rec, and Mammoth Lakes Trail System pages. Basic stats are included for these pages as well. We do not include MLPD social stats in this report.

Social media is a tool in the Town’s communication toolbox that works in conjunction with newsletters, paid ads, press releases, etc. Page 46 of 107 Key Takeaways

Key Learnings
Wins Challenges Opportunities
✷ Video and multi-photo
posts did best
✷ Content was shared,
furthering reach
✷ All of the Town’s channels
saw growth
✷ How do we take the
interactions offline for
meaningful conversations
with the community?
✷ Between all town-owned
channels, we have more
than 37,106 followers
(not including MLPD).

Big opportunity to cross
promote in our channels
to spread our messaging
further.
✷ More content, more
sharing and interacting
with other accounts will
help our channels grow.
✷ Our channels are a
powerful tool for sharing
information about storms
and snow safety. Content
should continue to be
crafted carefully.

What worked? What didn’t work? Anything major to note?

Reports by Pages

404,175
Views
12 ,10 9
2,757 reactions
257 comments
109 shares
+32.9% from
December
+458
11,706 total followers
+4.1% from December
New followers:
• 80.9% from
reels/video
• 19.1% posts
January Numbers – TOML Facebook
Follower Growth Engagement
Snapshot report of our progress this month.
+120% from
December

Top Performing Posts
Highest Reach, Views
and Interactions
Post
The best performing posts of the month.

Municipal Code dog
poop post from
January 15 was the
top performing post
on FB this month.
43,877 Views
300 Reactions
95 Comments
Other top performers
• Panorama
Fuels
Reduction post
– January 20 –
15,826 Views
• Roof shed post
– January 13 –
11,653 Views
• Biz After Hours
collab post –
January 22 –
9,708 Views

209,194
+21.8% from December
Views
3,421
1,728 Likes
43 comments
180 Shares
+34.7% from
December
+448

7.5K followers
+448 from December
January Numbers - TOML Instagram
Follower Growth Interactions
Snapshot report of our progress this month.

Top Performing Posts The best performing posts of the month.

Chain Control Post – Jan. 8
53,576 views
827 Likes
61 Shares
Other top posts/reels by Views:
• Dog Poop post Jan. 15 – 22,021
• Propane reel Jan. 6 – 13,174

21,062
Views
+23 186

4.2K followers
January – Mammoth Lakes Trail System Facebook
Follower Growth Interactions
Snapshot report of our progress this month.
-57% from December -37.9% from December

18,228
Views
+172 293
5,817 followers
January – Mammoth Lakes Trail System Instagram
Follower Growth Interactions
Snapshot report of our progress this month.
-67.7% from December -70.4% from December

15,320
Views
+8 275

3.2K followers
January – Parks N Rec Facebook
Follower Growth Interactions
Snapshot report of our progress this month.
+219.8% from December +117.2% from December

6.0K
Views
+28

2.6K followers
January Parks N Rec - Instagram
Follower Growth Interactions
Snapshot report of our progress this month.
198
+360.5% from December +53% from December

3.8K
-78.8% from December
Views
+30 36
721 followers
January Mammoth Lakes Ice - Facebook
Follower Growth Interactions
Snapshot report of our progress this month.
-90.9% from December

6.2K
-67.1% from December
Views
+47 123
1,362 followers
January Mammoth Lakes Ice - Instagram
Follower Growth Interactions
Snapshot report of our progress this month.
-70.6% from December

1 TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Title: February 2026 Public Works Engineering CIP Update Meeting Date: February 18, 2026
Prepared by: Amy Callanan, PE, Engineering Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Accept the February 2026 Public Works Engineering CIP Update. *** Text shown in bold has changed from the previous update *** Project Notes Budget
Town Civic Center Storefront glass is being installed. Work on interior MEP rough-ins is nearing completion, ready for drywall. Staff continues to work on design details for interior office partition walls, workstations, and other furniture. $33M
Mammoth Arts & Cultural
Center (MACC)
Further work throughout the winter, including installation of CMU block walls, will be contingent on weather conditions. Work may continue inside the existing building.
$17M
Airport Multipurpose
Building Phase 1 – A3
Taxiway & Site Work
A pre-construction meeting with the contractor will be held this month.

Construction is expected to start in April.
$2.69M (Phase 1)
Minaret MUP The California Transportation Commission successfully allocated $3M in STIP construction funds for the project at the end of January. Staff has released the project out to bid. Bid proposals are due March 20, and construction is expected to take place this summer.
~$3M
Road Striping Maintenance Staff is preparing a set of plans to be used for bidding an annual road striping maintenance contract later this winter, for work to be completed in early spring of each year.

TBD
2026 Slurry Seal Staff will be preparing a plans to be used for bidding this year’s slurry seal project, for work to be completed this summer.

TBD
The Parcel Phase 3
(homeownership)
Infrastructure design is on hold pending further developments and negotiations pertaining to local housing.
$62K (design)
Airport Tee-Hangar Taxilane
Rehabilitation
The design is currently on hold at this time. Environmental monitoring plans are being finalized.
$229K (design)
Airport Multipurpose
Building (ARFF and SRE)
Phase 2
The new project design has been submitted for building permit review. Staff plans to submit a competitive discretionary grant request to the FAA for FFY 26, and the design team is currently working on a detailed cost analysis.

TBD

2 Main Street MUP /
Mountain Blvd Crosswalk
Design work is in progress, however construction funds or schedule have not yet been identified.
~$200K (design)
TBD (construction)
Minaret/Meridian
Roundabout
Design work is in progress. A video of the mockup exercise will be shared at a larger public meeting regarding the roundabout. Construction funds or schedule have not yet been identified.
$392K (design)
Parks & Trails Signage Staff is working on a bid package for 4 new monument signs to be located at the Parcel, CRC/Mammoth Creek Park, Dog Park, and Shady Rest. We expect to go out to bid later this winter.
~$100K
Childcare TI (Interior Fitout)Design is currently on hold pending confirmation of the details of facility operation and management.
$195K (design)
Shady Rest Restroom Design work is in progress. Due to anticipated timing for funding allocation, along with expected lead time for fabrication of the pre-cast restroom building, staff now intends to go out to bid this fall or winter, for construction in summer of 2027.
~$200K (design)

Town Council of Mammoth Lakes
Minutes of Regular Meeting
February 4, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
437 Old Mammoth Road, Suite Z, Mammoth Lakes
Members Present: Councilmember Chris Bubser, Councilmember Bill Sauser, Councilmember John Wentworth, Mayor Pro Tem Brent Truax, Mayor Amanda Rice
_____________________________________________________________________

1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 437 Old Mammoth Road, Suite Z, Mammoth Lakes.

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Bubser led the flag salute.

3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
William Everett Fix complimented the local library.

Elonna Entin said that she used a walker and crutches and outlined her concerns about accessibility on Town sidewalks, public restrooms being closed, and issues at the Community Recreation Center (CRC).

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

Town Council Minutes
February 4, 2026

5. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND/OR DEPARTMENTS (AS NEEDED) Airport Manager Soibian Spring gave an update regarding current Airport activities.

6. CONSENT AGENDA
Moved by Councilmember Chris Bubser
Seconded by Councilmember Bill Sauser
Approve the Consent Agenda.

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

6.1 Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of January 21, 2026.

6.2 Approve the request for a Public Convenience or Necessity Letter in support of Grocery Outlet’s application for a Type-21, general liquor license, allowing off-site sales of packaged beer, wine, and distilled spirits at 37 Old Mammoth Road.

This item was removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion.

There was discussion among members of Council and staff.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

William Everett Fix spoke against the Town Council approving the proposed letter.

Elonna Entin said that people would always find a way to buy alcohol.

Steve Rawlings, representative from Grocery Outlet, said that they appreciated their business in Mammoth. He said that they proposed to only carry an inventory of big bottles that would just be on two shelving units. He noted that the liquor license would belong to the Grocery Outlet Store, and that they were responsible retailers of alcohol.

Police Chief Dan Casabian noted that this license would not have an impact on Town issues, and that the Town needed to create an ordinance regulating alcohol use in Town regarding open containers.

Town Council Minutes
February 4, 2026

Moved by Councilmember John Wentworth
Seconded by Councilmember Chris Bubser
Approve the request for a Public Convenience or Necessity Letter in support of Grocery Outlet’s application for a Type-21 off-sale license allowing the sale of packaged beer, wine, and distilled spirits at 37 Old Mammoth Road and authorize the Community and Economic Development Director to sign the letter documenting this determination.

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

6.3 Approval to Continue Emergency Installation of Aboveground Waste Oil Tank at 299 Commerce Drive.

6.4 Approve and adopt Resolution No. 26-XX establishing the fiscal years 2025-26, 2026-27, and 2027-28 compensation schedules for the Mammoth Lakes Police Officers’ Association (“MLPOA”).

6.5 Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Mammoth Lakes (“Town”) and the Mammoth Lakes Police Officers’ Association (“MLPOA”), which shall be in effect from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028.

6.6 Accept Check Register 1/22/26 in the amount of $916,083.04. Accept Check Register 1/29/26 in the amount of $1,333,411.26.

7. POLICY MATTERS

7.1 Receive a presentation on “Van Life” overnight parking efforts.

Community and Economic Development Director Nolan Bobroff gave a presentation regarding a potential "Van Life" Overnight Parking Program.

There was discussion among members of Council and staff.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

Elonna Entin asked questions and Mr. Bobroff responded.

William Everett Fix said that he had lived in the woods for three years and had never left trash out.

Town Council Minutes
February 4, 2026

Tom Cage, Main Street business and property owner, said that he allowed some of his employees to park on his property overnight occasionally.

Luis Medina, Mammoth Times and Inyo Register, asked questions and Town Manager Rob Patterson responded.

Tom Hodges, Mammoth Mountain Ski Area Vice President of Planning and Development, said that he had worked with the Town on the Sheriff Substation option. He said that the Mountain did occasionally make accommodations for employees to park on their property, but that there were a lot of liability issues with that. He said that the Mountain encouraged their employees to stay in their employee housing. Mr.

Hodges said that the next phase of The Parcel would be available soon.

Jennifer Kreitz, Mono County Board of Supervisors, said that they provided resources to help Mono County residents find services.

Emily Markstein thanked all of the participants and said that she was hopeful for a solution.

There was discussion among members of Council.

7.2 Consider changes to Town parking policies.

The Mayor called a recess at 5:50 p.m. and the Council reconvened at 5:56 p.m.

Public Works Director Haislip Hayes gave a presentation outlining the information in the staff report. There was discussion among members of Council and staff.

The Town Council agreed to staff recommendations regarding the simplification of parking system signage and elimination of street parking in constrained areas, development of a parking map, and the development of an impound lot/towing services. The Town Council agreed that they did not want to pursue paid parking on Town roads.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

Richard Booher, local business owner and volunteer fireman, said that the safety access issue was paramount and that he liked the public outreach component.

Lillian Grassey said that she agreed with Council not to pursue paid parking.

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Elonna Entin asked questions.

William Everett Fix said that if there were safety issues then we should shove those cars out of the way and have no parking in town.

Richard Lawson, tow operator, said that their biggest problem was having space. He asked what he needed to do to be a towing vendor for the Town.

Tom Hodges, Mammoth Mountain Ski Area Vice President of Development, said that he wanted to be cooperative partners with the Town. He said that taking away parking would make matters worse and advised the Town to take a measured approach.

Patrick Bernard said that we had a complex weather environment in a residential neighborhood and suggested adopting components of the Walk Bike Ride Plan and carpooling.

Town Clerk Jamie Gray read notes from Tom Cage and Mayor Pro Tem Truax interpreted Mr. Cage's notes regarding his parking concerns.

Mr. Hayes responded to questions asked in public comment.

There was discussion among members of Council and staff.

The Town Council agreed to direct staff to bring back an agenda item raising the ticket price in resort zones to $500, raising the ticket price throughout town for cars impeding traffic to $750, and raising the ticket price for illegally parking in an ADA spot to $1,000.

7.3 Consider amendments to Town of Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code Chapter 9.32, Tobacco and Related Products.

Town Clerk Jamie Gray outlined the information in the staff report. There was discussion among members of Council and staff.

Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Brent Truax
Seconded by Councilmember Chris Bubser
Waive the reading and introduce by title only the ordinance amending Town of Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code Chapter 9.32, Tobacco and Related Products.

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

8. COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Sauser attended the Employee Appreciation Luncheon.

Councilmember Wentworth attended the Great Basin Unified Air Pollution Control District Board meeting, a call with Congressman Kiley regarding support for public lands, the Eastern Sierra Sustainable Recreation Partnership (ESSRP) meeting, and a meeting in Sacramento regarding Outdoors for All.

Councilmember Bubser attended the Employee Appreciation Luncheon and a call with Congressman Kiley regarding the Mountain Pact.

Mayor Pro Tem Truax attended the Collaborative Planning Team (CPT) meeting and the Community Skate Night.

Mayor Rice announced that her third-grade class had read over two million words this school year.

9. CLOSED SESSION

9.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING
LITIGATION (Paragraph 1 of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9) Name of case: Successors to Jesus Uribe Corona v. Mammoth Lakes Police Department (Case No: 25UCM62)
At 7:48 p.m. the Mayor announced that the Council would be entering into closed session for the purposes as stated in the agenda.

10. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN AFTER CLOSED SESSION
The Council reconvened from closed session at 8:12 p.m. and announced that there was no reportable action taken.

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11. ADJOURNMENT
The Council adjourned the meeting at 8:12 p.m.

Jamie Gray, Town Clerk

ORDINANCE NO. 26-

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MAMMOTH

LAKES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TOWN OF MAMMOTH
LAKES MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 9.32,

TOBACCO AND RELATED PRODUCTS
WHEREAS, the Town Council has previously established in Chapter 9.32, Tobacco and Related Products, of the Municipal Code the minimum age required for purchase of a smoking product to be 18 years of age or greater; and
WHEREAS, federal and state law changed the minimum age required for purchase of a smoking product to 21 years of age or greater; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code needs to be updated to reflect current law; and
WHEREAS, additional edits are proposed to the Chapter to provide better clarity, including placing all of the definitions in one section of the chapter and adding the term “vape” to smoking products and paraphernalia.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MAMMOTH LAKES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Recitals. The above recitals are all true and correct.

Section 2. Approval. The Town Council hereby amends Town of Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code Chapter 9.32, Tobacco and Related Products, to read as set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

Section 3: Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase in this ordinance, or any part thereof, is held invalid or unconstitutional, then such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections or portions of this ordinance or part thereof. The Town Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases may be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

Section 4: Effective date. The Mayor shall sign, and the Town Clerk shall certify passage and adoption of this ordinance and shall cause the same to be published and posted pursuant to the provisions of law in this regard, and this ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.

Ordinance No. 26-

ADOPTED AND APPROVED on this 18
th day of February, 2026.
_________________________________
AMANDA RICE, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
JAMIE GRAY, Town Clerk

EXHIBIT “A”
CHAPTER 9.32. TOBACCO AND RELATED PRODUCTS

9.32.010. Purpose.

Substantial scientific evidence exists that the use of tobacco products and electronic cigarettes (vapes) cause cancer, heart disease, and various other medical diseases. The Surgeon General of the United States has found that tobacco-caused diseases are the leading cause of premature, preventable death and disability in the U.S. This chapter describes the regulation of tobacco product sales within the Town of Mammoth Lakes to help support the health and wellbeing of residents and visitors, in a manner consistent with state law. (Code 1990, § 9.24.010; Ord. No. 14-04, § 2(exh. A), 4-16-2014)

9.32.020. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Business means any sole proprietorship, joint venture, corporation, association, or other business entity formed for profit-making purposes or that has an employee, including retail establishments where goods or services are sold as well as professional corporations and other entities where legal, medical, dental, engineering, architectural or other professional services are delivered.

Characterizing flavor means a taste or odor, distinguishable by an ordinary consumer either prior to or during the consumption of a tobacco product, other than the taste or odor of tobacco, including, but not limited to, tastes or odors relating to any fruit, chocolate, vanilla, honey, candy, cocoa, dessert, alcoholic beverage, menthol, mint, wintergreen, herb, or spice, or a cooling sensation distinguishable by an ordinary consumer during the consumption of a tobacco product.

Dining area means any area available to or customarily used by the general public that is designed, established, or regularly used for consuming food or drink.

E-cigarette/vape means a device capable of providing an inhalable dose of nicotine or tobacco or any other substances by delivering an aerosol or vaporized solution, including any component, part or accessory of such device, whether or not sold separately.

Employee means any person who is employed by any employer in consideration for direct or indirect wages or profit and any person who volunteers services for a nonprofit entity.

Employer means any person, partnership, corporation, association, nonprofit, or other entity who employs or retains the service of one or more persons or supervises volunteers.

Enclosed means:

(1) Any covered or partially covered space having more than 50 percent of its perimeter area walled in or otherwise closed to the outside, such as a covered porch with more than two walls.
(2) Any space open to the sky (hereinafter uncovered) having more than 75 percent of its perimeter area walled in or otherwise closed to the outside, such as a courtyard.

Except that an uncovered space of 3,000 square feet or more, such as a field or an openair arena, shall not be considered “enclosed” for purposes of this chapter.

Flavored tobacco product means any tobacco product that contains a constituent that imparts a characterizing flavor. “Flavored tobacco product” includes any tobacco product, other than looseleaf tobacco, a premium cigar, or a shisha tobacco product, that is not listed on the Unflavored Tobacco List established and maintained by the Attorney General pursuant to California Health & Safety Code Section 104559.1.

Manufacturer means any person, including any repacker or relabeler, who manufactures, fabricates, assembles, processes, or labels a tobacco product; or imports a finished tobacco product for sale or distribution into the United States.

Minor child or children means any individual less than 18 years of age.

Multiunit residence means a building or portion thereof that contains more than one dwelling space consisting of essentially complete independent living facilities for one or more persons, including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation. A single-family house shared by roommates is not a multiunit residence for purposes of this chapter.

Multiunit residence common area means any indoor or outdoor common area of a multiunit residence accessible to and usable by more than one residence, limited to halls, lobbies, laundry rooms, outdoor eating areas, swimming pools, and recreation areas.

Nonprofit entity means any entity that meets the requirements of Corporations Code Section 5003 as well as any corporation, unincorporated association or other entity created for charitable, religious, philanthropic, educational, character-building, political, social or other similar purposes, the net proceeds from the operations of which are committed to the promotion of the objectives or purposes of the entity and not to private gain. A public agency is not a nonprofit entity within the meaning of this section.

Park means park and recreation facilities operated by the Town, including Shady Rest Park, Mammoth Creek Park, Community Center Park, Whitmore Park, Trails End Park, Park at the Parcel, and Mammoth Lakes Community Dog Park.

Place of employment means any area under the legal or de facto control of an employer, business, or nonprofit entity that an employee or the general public may have cause to enter in the normal course of operations, but regardless of the hours of operation, includes indoor and outdoor work areas, construction sites, vehicles used in employment for business purposes, taxis, employee lounges, conference and banquet rooms, bingo and gaming facilities, long-term health facilities, warehouses, and private residences that are used as childcare or health care facilities subject to licensing requirement.

Playground means any park or recreational area designated in part to be used by children that have play or sports equipment installed or has been designated or landscaped for play or sports activities, or any similar facility located on private school grounds or on Town property.

Public place means any place, public or private, open to the general public regardless of any fee or age requirement, including bars, restaurants, clubs, stores, stadiums, parks, playgrounds, taxis, and buses.

Reasonable distance means a distance that ensures that occupants of an area which smoking is prohibited are not exposed to secondhand smoke created by smokers outside the area. This distance shall be a minimum of 20 feet.

Recreational area means any area, public or private, open to the public for recreational purposes regardless of any fee requirement, including parks, gardens, sporting facilities, stadiums, playgrounds, trails, and ski areas.

Self-service merchandising, sales or displays means open displays of smoking products and point-of-sale smoking-related promotional products that the public has access to without the intervention of an employee.

Service area means any area designated to be or regularly used by one or more persons to receive or wait to receive service, enter a public place, or make a transaction whether or not such service includes the exchange of money, including ATMs, bank teller windows, telephones, ticket lines, bus stops, and cab stands.

Significant tobacco retailer means any tobacco retailer that derives 75 percent or more of gross sales receipts from the sale or exchange of tobacco products, smoking paraphernalia, and or vapes.

Smoke or smoking means possessing a lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette, e-cigarette, or vape of any kind or the lighting, emitting or exhaling the smoke of a pipe, cigar, cigarette, e-cigarette, or vape of any kind.

Smoking paraphernalia means cigarette papers or wrappers, pipes, holders of smoking materials of all types, cigarette rolling machines, e-cigarettes, vapes, and any other item designed for the smoking or ingestion of smoking products.

Smoking product means any substance or product containing nicotine or tobacco that is meant to be used in conjunction with an e-cigarette, vape, or any other type of smoking or vaporizing contraption, including, but not limited to, joints, cigarettes, cigars, bongs or pipes.

The term “smoking product” also means Indian cigarettes called bidis, and cartridges and liquid solutions for e-cigarettes, which may be utilized for smoking, chewing, inhaling or other manner of ingestion.

Smoking retailer means any person or entity that operates a store, stand, booth, concession or other place at which sales of smoking products are made to purchasers for consumption or use.

Smoking vending machine means any electronic or mechanical device or appliance, the operation of which depends upon the insertion of money, whether in coin or paper currency, a

debit or credit card, or other things representative of value, which dispenses or releases a smoking product.

Tobacco or tobacco product.
(1) The term “tobacco” or “tobacco product” means:
a. Any product containing, made, or derived from tobacco leaf or nicotine that is intended for human consumption, whether smoked, heated, chewed, absorbed, dissolved, inhaled, snorted, sniffed, or ingested by any other means, including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, little cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, or snuff.
b. Any electronic device that delivers nicotine or other similar substances to the person inhaling from the device, including, but not limited to, any type of vaping device, an electronic cigarette, electronic cigar, electronic pipe, or electronic hookah.
c. Any component, part, cartridge or accessory intended or reasonably expected to be used with a tobacco product, whether or not sold separately. (2) The term “tobacco product” does not include any product that has been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration for sale as a tobacco cessation product (e.g., Nicorette gum, patch, etc.) or for other therapeutic purposes where such product is marketed and sold solely for such an approved purpose.

Vendor-assisted means only a store employee has access to the product and assists the customer by supplying the product. The customer does not take possession of the product until it is purchased.
(Code 1990, § 9.24.020; Ord. No. 14-04, § 2(exh. A), 4-16-2014; Ord. No. 20-01, § 1(exh. A), 2- 5-2020)

9.32.030. Sale restricted generally.
(a) No person or business shall engage in the sale of a smoking product without first posting a plainly visible sign at the point of purchase of smoking products which states: “The sale of smoking products to persons under 21 years of age is prohibited by law. Photo identification is required to purchase smoking products.” The letters of the sign shall be at least onequarter-inch in height. (b) No person, business, smoking retailer, or owner, manager or operator of any establishment subject to Sections 9.32.010 through 9.32.070 shall sell, offer to sell or permit to be sold any smoking product to an individual without requesting and examining identification establishing the purchaser's age as 21 years or greater unless the seller has some reasonable basis for determining the buyer's age.
(c) No person, business, smoking retailer or other establishment shall sell or offer for sale cigarettes or other tobacco or smoking products unless it is in the original packaging provided by the manufacturer and includes all required health warnings.

(d) It shall be unlawful for any person, business or smoking retailer to sell, permit to be sold, offer for sale or display for sale any smoking product by means of self-service merchandising or by means other than vendor-assisted sales. (e) No person, business or smoking retailer shall locate, install, keep, maintain or use, or permit the location, installation, keeping, maintenance or use on premises of same any smoking vending machine for the purposes of selling or distributing any smoking product. (Code 1990, § 9.24.030; Ord. No. 14-04, § 2(exh. A), 4-16-2014)

9.32.040. Sale of flavored tobacco products prohibited. (a) No tobacco retailer or any of the tobacco retailer’s agents or employees shall sell or offer for sale, or to possess with intent to sell or offer for sale, any tobacco product not on the Unflavored Tobacco List established and maintained pursuant to California Health & Safety Code Section 104559.1, with the exception of: (i) premium cigars; (ii) shisha tobacco products; and (iii) looseleaf tobacco, that do not meet the definition of “flavored tobacco product” set forth in Section 9.32.020.
(b) There shall be a rebuttable presumption that a tobacco retailer in possession of flavored tobacco products, including, but not limited to, individual flavored tobacco products, packages of flavored tobacco products, or any combination thereof, possesses such flavored tobacco products with the intent to sell or offer them for sale. (c) There shall be a rebuttable presumption that a tobacco product is a flavored tobacco product if a tobacco retailer, manufacturer, or any employee or agent of a tobacco retailer or manufacturer has:
(1) Made a public statement or claim that the tobacco product imparts a characterizing flavor;
(2) Used text or images on the tobacco product’s labeling or packaging to explicitly or implicitly indicate that the tobacco product imparts a characterizing flavor; or (3) Taken action directed to consumers that would be reasonably expected to cause consumers to believe the tobacco product imparts a characterizing flavor. (Code 1990, § 9.24.080; Ord. No. 20-01, § 1(exh. A), 2-5-2020)

9.32.050. Other applicable laws.

Sections 9.32.010 through 9.32.070 shall not be interpreted or construed to permit smoking vending machines and distribution of smoking product samples where they are otherwise restricted by other applicable laws. Nor shall this article be construed to be cause for breach of any pre-existing private contract, or cause for interference with regulations imposed by State or Federal law or related to interstate commerce.
(Code 1990, § 9.24.050; Ord. No. 14-04, § 2(exh. A), 4-16-2014)

9.32.060. Violation, enforcement and penalties.
(a) Any person, business or tobacco retailer who violates any provision of Sections 9.32.010 through 9.32.070 shall, upon conviction thereof, be subject to penalties as specified in Chapter 1.12.
(b) The owner, operator or manager of any public place or place of employment within the purview of this chapter shall comply herewith. Such owner, operator or manager shall post or cause to be posted all signage required by Sections 9.32.010 through 9.32.070. (c) It shall be the responsibility of employers to disseminate information concerning the provisions of Sections 9.32.010 through 9.32.070 to employees. (Code 1990, § 9.24.060; Ord. No. 14-04, § 2(exh. A), 4-16-2014)

9.32.070. Nonretaliation.
(a) No person or employee shall discharge, refuse to hire or in any manner retaliate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant agrees to abide by the provisions of Sections 9.32.010 through 9.32.070. (b) No person shall intimidate or threaten any reprisal or effect any reprisal for the purpose of retaliating against another person because such other person seeks to attain compliance with provisions of Sections 9.32.010 through 9.32.070.
(Code 1990, § 9.24.070; Ord. No. 14-04, § 2(exh. A), 4-16-2014)

9.32.080. Use in work and other public places—Use in parks restricted.

The use of smoking products of any kind, including, but not limited to, chewing tobacco, cigars and cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapes, and the discarding of lighted or unlighted cigarettes, cigars, or discarding of e-cigarettes is prohibited in Town parks which contain children's parks (playgrounds, pools, skate parks) or other structures built or installed for public use by children. (Code 1990, § 9.24.040; Ord. No. 14-04, § 2(exh. A), 4-16-2014)

9.32.090. Use in work and other public places—Prohibition of smoking in public places, places of employment and certain other areas.
(a) Enclosed places. Smoking shall be prohibited in the following enclosed places within the Town except in such places in which smoking is already prohibited by State and Federal law, in which case, the State or Federal law applies:
(1) Public places;
(2) Places of employment;
(3) Multi-unit residence common areas;

(4) Enclosed areas adjacent to an enclosed area in which smoking is prohibited by any other section of this Code, State law, or Federal law and that have a common or shared air space, such as, without limitation, openings, cracks, air ventilation systems, doorways, hallways, and stairways. Notwithstanding any other provision, the fact that smoke enters one enclosed area from another enclosed area is conclusive proof that the areas share a common or shared air space; and
(5) Enclosed areas that have a common or shared ventilation, air conditioning or heating system with an enclosed area in which smoking is prohibited. Notwithstanding any other provision, the fact that smoke enters one enclosed area from another enclosed area is conclusive proof that the areas share a common or shared air space. (b) Unenclosed places. Smoking shall be prohibited in the following unenclosed places within the Town except in such places in which smoking is already prohibited by State or federal law, in which case, the State or Federal law applies:
(1) Places of employment;
(2) Service areas;
(3) Public places, including dining areas;
(4) Multiunit residence common areas;
(5) Ticket, boarding, and waiting areas of transit depots; and (6) The sites of public events, including, for example, sports events, entertainment, speaking performances, ceremonies, pageants, and fairs. (c) Disposal of smoking waste. No person shall dispose of waste consisting of or derived from smoking paraphernalia or smoking products within the boundaries of an area in which smoking is prohibited, including inside the perimeter of any reasonable distance required by this Chapter.
(Code 1990, § 9.26.020; Ord. No. 06-06, § 2 (exh. A), 2006)

9.32.100. Use in work and other public places—Reasonable smoking distance required. (a) Smoking in unenclosed areas shall be prohibited within a reasonable distance from any entrance, opening, crack, or vent into an enclosed area in which smoking is prohibited. (b) Smoking in unenclosed areas shall be prohibited within a reasonable distance from any unenclosed area in which smoking is prohibited under Section 9.32.090(b). (Code 1990, § 9.26.030; Ord. No. 06-06, § 2 (exh. A), 2006)

9.32.110. Use in work and other public places—Duty of person, employer, business or nonprofit entity.
(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of Sections 9.32.080 through 9.32.120, any owner, landlord, employer, business, nonprofit entity, or any other person who controls any property, establishment, or place of employment regulated by Sections 9.32.080 through

9.32.120 may declare any part of such area in which smoking would otherwise be permitted to be a nonsmoking area.
(b) "No smoking" or "smoke free" signs, with letters of no less than one-half inch in height, or the international "no smoking" symbol (consisting of a pictorial representation of a burning cigarette enclosed in a red circle with a red bar across it) shall be clearly, sufficiently and conspicuously posted in every enclosed and unenclosed place in which smoking is prohibited by Sections 9.32.080 through 9.32.120, by the person, employer, business, or nonprofit entity that has legal or de facto control of such place. For purposes of Sections

9.32.080 through 9.32.120, the Town Manager or designee shall be responsible for the posting of signs in regulated facilities owned or leased in part by the Town.

Notwithstanding this provision, the presence or absence of signs shall not be a defense against the violation of any other provision of this chapter. (Code 1990, § 9.26.040; Ord. No. 06-06, § 2 (exh. A), 2006)

9.32.120. Use in work and other public places—Penalties and enforcement. (a) Violations of Sections 9.32.080 through 9.32.120 shall be prosecuted as infractions pursuant to Chapter 1.12.
(b) Any person who smokes in an area where smoking is prohibited is guilty of trespass and, if the area is accessible by the public or any other employee during the normal course of operations, such smoking constitutes a public nuisance. (c) Causing, permitting, aiding, abetting, or concealing a violation of any provision of Sections

9.32.080 through 9.32.120 shall also constitute a violation. (d) The remedies provided by Sections 9.32.080 through 9.32.120 are cumulative and in addition to any other remedy available at law or in equity. (e) Enforcement of Sections 9.32.080 through 9.32.120 shall be the responsibility of the Town Police Department. Any peace officer or code enforcement official also may enforce Sections 9.32.080 through 9.32.120.
(Code 1990, § 9.26.050; Ord. No. 06-06, § 2 (exh. A), 2006)

1 TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Title: Resolution terminating the emergency action to install an aboveground waste oil tank at the Town Yard
Meeting Date: February 18, 2026
Prepared by: Riley Griesenbeck, Facilities & Asset Manager RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the resolution terminating the emergency action to install an aboveground waste oil tank at the Town Yard.

BACKGROUND:

At the Town Yard, located at 299 Commerce Drive, the Town operated an underground waste oil storage tank. This tank was out of compliance with numerous sections of the California State Health and Safety Code. Staff were notified about these violations by the Mono County Office of Environmental Health on December 9th, 2024, which listed a total of six (6) class 2 violations associated with this tank. The Town, in discussions with Mono County Office of Environmental Health and contractors, determined that the best solution to remedy the violations and maintain the high level of service at the mechanic yard is to install an indoor, above-ground waste oil storage tank and decommission the existing underground tank. On July 16th, 2025, the Council adopted Resolution 25-48 authorizing the emergency installation of this aboveground waste oil tank and temporary decommissioning of the current, out of compliance, underground waste oil storage tank through the procurement of the necessary materials, equipment, and services for the scope of work without a competitive bidding process. On July 17th, 2025, the Contractor’s contract was executed and the materials needed for this replacement were ordered.

The Contractor began work on December 8th, after lengthy materials delays, and completed the installation of the above-ground waste oil storage tank, pump stations in three bays, and all conduits, pipes, and reels. This work was completed on December 19th. The triplerinse and decommissioning of the out of compliance, below-ground waste oil tank occurred on January 29th, 2026. The need for the work authorized by Resolution 25-48 is no longer necessary. A copy of Resolution 25-48 is attached here for reference.

A full project closeout report will be presented to Council at a future Town Council meeting.

2 ANALYSIS:

The completion of the aboveground waste oil tank and subsequent decommissioning of the belowground tank represent the first phase of a three phase project. The next phase of the project involves soils analysis to determine whether there has been any pollution around the decommissioned tank. This is a standard practice and requirement for full underground storage tank removal and staff does not anticipate adverse findings. The final phase of the project involves the permanent removal of the tank, the scope of this phase will be dictated by the soils analysis and will be coordinated in conjunction with Mono County Office of Environmental Health & Safety.

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

This project is funded by the existing budget of the DIF Buildings – Capital account. A future project closeout report will provide a detailed budget analysis.

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS:

The Council may take recommended action under Public Contract Code sections 20168 and 22050. The relevant sections to the Code are noted here:
20168 In case of an emergency, the legislative body may pass a resolution by a four fifths vote of its members declaring that the public interest and necessity demand the immediate expenditure of public money to safeguard life, health, or property. Upon adoption of the resolution, it may expend any sum required in the emergency without complying with this chapter. If notice for bids to let contracts will not be given, the legislative body shall comply with Chapter 2.5 (commencing with Section 22050).
22050 (a) (1) In the case of an emergency, a public agency, pursuant to a four-fifths vote of its governing body, may repair or replace a public facility, take any directly related and immediate action required by that emergency, and procure the necessary equipment, services, and supplies for those purposes, without giving notice for bids to let contracts. (2) Before a governing body takes any action pursuant to paragraph (1), it shall make a finding, based on substantial evidence set forth in the minutes of its meeting, that the emergency will not permit a delay resulting from a competitive solicitation for bids, and that the action is necessary to respond to the emergency. (b) (1) The governing body, by a four-fifths vote, may delegate, by resolution or ordinance, to the appropriate county administrative officer, city manager, chief engineer, or other nonelected agency officer, the authority to order any action pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (a).
(2) If a person with authority delegated pursuant to paragraph (1) or (2) orders any action specified in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a), that person shall report to the governing body, at its next meeting required pursuant to this section, the reasons justifying why the emergency will not permit a delay resulting from a competitive solicitation for bids and why the action is necessary to respond to the emergency.

3 (c) (1) If the governing body orders any action specified in subdivision (a), the governing body shall review the emergency action at its next regularly scheduled meeting and, except as specified below, at every regularly scheduled meeting thereafter until the action is terminated, to determine, by a four-fifths vote, that there is a need to continue the action. (2) If a person with authority delegated pursuant to subdivision (b) orders any action specified in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a), the governing body shall initially review the emergency action not later than seven days after the action, or at its next regularly scheduled meeting if that meeting will occur not later than 14 days after the action, and at least at every regularly scheduled meeting thereafter until the action is terminated, to determine, by a four-fifths vote, that there is a need to continue the action, unless a person with authority delegated pursuant to subdivision (b) has terminated that action prior to the 3 governing body reviewing the emergency action and making a determination pursuant to this subdivision.
(3) When the governing body reviews the emergency action pursuant to paragraph (1) or (2), it shall terminate the action at the earliest possible date that conditions warrant so that the remainder of the emergency action may be completed by giving notice for bids to let contracts.

RESOLUTION 25- 48

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MAMMOTH

LAKES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT EMERGENCY

CIRCUMSTANCES JUSTIFY AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR

INSTALLATION OF AN ABOVE - GROUND WASTE OIL STORAGE TANK

AND DECOMMISSIONING OF EXISTING, NONCOMPLIANT

UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK
WHEREAS, California law generally requires the Town to award contracts for public projects" in excess of $1, 000 to the lowest bidder after the completion of a competitive bidding process; and
WHEREAS, Public Contract Code Section 20168 provides that in case of emergency the Town Council may pass a resolution by a four -fifths vote declaring that the public interest and necessity demand the immediate expenditure of Town funds to safeguard life, health, or property, and that if such a resolution is adopted the Town may expend any sum required in the emergency without complying with competitive bidding requirements; and
WHEREAS, Public Contract Code Section 22050 authorizes the Town Council, with a four -fifths vote, to " repair or replace a public facility, take any directly related and immediate action required by that emergency, and procure the necessary equipment, services, and supplies for those purposes, without giving notice for bids to let contracts" ifthe Town Council finds, based upon substantial evidence, that the emergency will not permit a delay resulting from a competitive solicitation for bids, and that the action is necessary to respond to the emergency; and
WHEREAS, the existing underground waste oil storage tank at the Mammoth Lakes Town Yard is out of compliance with state and county health and safety codes; and WHEREAS, the existing storage tank must be removed and replaced with an aboveground storage tank to bring the Town of Mammoth Lakes into compliance with state and county health and safety codes; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that due to the current noncompliance of the waste oil storage tank and pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 20168 the public interest and necessity demand the immediate expenditure of public money to safeguard life, health, safety, and property in the Town of Mammoth Lakes; and WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that based on substantial evidence, including without limitation the staff report presented to the Town Council on July 16, 2025, pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22050, the emergency will not permit a delay resulting from a competitive solicitation for bids, and that responding to the emergency requires repair of public facilities and infrastructure, other directly related and immediate actions, and procurement of the necessary equipment, services, and supplies for those purposes, without a competitive bidding process.

Resolution No. 25- 48

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council of the Town of Mammoth Lakes as follows:

Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.

Section 2. The Town Council hereby directs and authorizes the Town Manager and Public Works Director to contract for installation of an aboveground waste oil storage tank and appurtenant fixtures, to take any directly related action, and to procure the necessary equipment, services, and supplies for the repairs, without a competitive bidding process.

Section 3. Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22050, the Town Council shall review the emergency action authorized by this resolution at its next regular meeting and at each regular meeting thereafter until the emergency repair work is complete, to determine, by a four -fifths vote, that there is a need to continue the action.

Section 4. The Town Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this resolution.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 161h day of
ATTEST:

JA E GRAY, Town Cl Ark

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF MONO ) ss.

TOWN OF MAMMOTH LAKES)
I, JAMIE GRAY, Town Clerk of the Town of Mammoth Lakes, DO HEREBY CERTIFY under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 25- 48 adopted by the Town Council of the Town of Mammoth Lakes, California, at a meeting thereof held on the 161h day of July 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Sauser, Truax, Wentworth, Mayor Pro Tem Rice, and Mayor Bubser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
DISQUALIFICATION: None
JA IE GRAY, Town C rk

RESOLUTION 26-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MAMMOTH

LAKES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, TERMINATING THE EMERGENCY

ACTION TO INSTALL AN ABOVE-GROUND WASTE OIL STORAGE TANK

AND DECOMMISSION EXISTING, NONCOMPLIANT UNDERGROUND

STORAGE TANK AND RELATED ITEMS WITHOUT COMPETITIVE

BIDDING
WHEREAS, California law generally requires the Town to award contracts for “public projects” in excess of $1,000 to the lowest bidder after the completion of a competitive bidding process; and
WHEREAS, Public Contract Code Section 20168 provides that in case of emergency the Town Council may pass a resolution by a four-fifths vote declaring that the public interest and necessity demand the immediate expenditure of Town funds to safeguard life, health, or property, and that if such a resolution is adopted the Town may expend any sum required in the emergency without complying with competitive bidding requirements; and
WHEREAS, Public Contract Code Section 22050 authorizes the Town Council, with a four-fifths vote, to “repair or replace a public facility, take any directly related and immediate action required by that emergency, and procure the necessary equipment, services, and supplies for those purposes, without giving notice for bids to let contracts” if the Town Council finds, based upon substantial evidence, that the emergency will not permit a delay resulting from a competitive solicitation for bids, and that the action is necessary to respond to the emergency; and
WHEREAS, the underground waste oil storage tank previously existing at the Mammoth Lakes Town Yard was out of compliance with state and county health and safety codes; and
WHEREAS, the previous storage tank needed to be removed and replaced with an aboveground storage tank to bring the Town of Mammoth Lakes into compliance with state and county health and safety codes; and
WHEREAS, in adopting Resolution 25-48 on July 16, 2025, the Town Council found and determined that due to the noncompliance of the underground waste oil storage tank and pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 20168 the public interest and necessity demanded the immediate expenditure of public money to safeguard life, health, safety, and property in the Town of Mammoth Lakes; and
WHEREAS, in adopting Resolution 25-48 on July 16, 2025, the Town Council found and determined that based on substantial evidence, including without limitation the staff report presented to the Town Council on July 16, 2025, pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22050, the emergency would not permit a delay resulting from a competitive solicitation for bids, and that responding to the emergency required repair of public facilities and infrastructure, other directly related and immediate actions, and

Resolution No. 26-XX

procurement of the necessary equipment, services, and supplies for those purposes, without a competitive bidding process; and
WHEREAS, Public Contract Code Section 22050(c)(3) requires the Town Council to terminate the emergency action as soon as conditions warrant, and the replacement and decommissioning work at the Mammoth Lakes Town Yard has now been completed, such that there is no longer any need to continue the emergency action.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council of the Town of Mammoth Lakes as follows:

Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.

Section 2. The Town Council hereby terminates the emergency action ordered pursuant to Resolution 25-48.

Section 3. The Town Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this resolution.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 18th day of February 2026.
__________________________
AMANDA RICE, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
JAMIE GRAY, Town Clerk

1 TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Title: 2026 Resolution to Increase Parking Citation Penalties Meeting Date: February 18, 2026
Prepared by: Haislip Hayes, PE Public Works Director
Dan Casabian, Chief of Police
Andrew Morris, Town Attorney
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommend the Town Council:
 Approve a resolution establishing a resort parking zone designation and revised citation penalties.

BACKGROUND:

In September 2023 Town Staff presented to the Town Council a case for increasing parking citations. Staff had seen a significant increase in non-compliance with parking laws over several years leading up to this meeting. The issues are especially prevalent during the winter months, when drivers choose to pay the amount of a parking citation in order to park closer to ski lifts. At the time the then-existing $45 parking citations were not serving as a deterrent to illegal parking activities. The $45 cost of the citation was nearly the same as the preferred parking rate. This poor behavior led to numerous complaints regarding illegal parking and incidents of illegal parking blocking roads and impeding access to residences and business. Town Staff recommended a citation penalty increase to $110. At the time it was felt this penalty would be closer to other resort communities and act as a deterrent. The penalty increase was approved and went into effect on November 1, 2023.

Since this increase staff have seen no decrease in the number of parking citations or an improvement in behavior. The current citation penalty of $110 is not seen as a deterrent.

Before the 2026 season staff took steps to protect and sign certain constrained areas from illegal parking. The efforts are blatantly ignored, and Staff and Council have received more complaints about these areas. The number of citations has also increased year after year. Based on these community complaints there was a request for Staff to agendize a discussion around parking. Staff presented talking points at the February 4, 2026 Town Council meeting and were provided direction to increase parking citation fines.

ANALYSIS:

At the February 4, 2026 Town Council Meeting Town Staff presented a suite of topics aimed at mitigating illegal parking. The intent of these measures was to ensure the flow of transit, vehicles, pedestrians, and emergency services while protecting right of way for snow removal operations. Effectively the intent is to dissuade illegal parking to ensure

2 public safety. Staff and Council discussed at length increasing parking fines in a specific “zone”, described by Staff as the Resort Parking Zone. The idea was to increase parking ticket penalties only in this zone where the overwhelming majority of violations occur.

Penalties for ADA parking violations and a new Municipal Code violation for impeding traffic flow would be implemented Townwide. Council decided on a $500 parking ticket penalty in the Resort Parking Zone, $750 impeding the flow of traffic ticket, and $1000 ticket for parking in a designated ADA space. Upon review of the permissible penalties for ADA parking set by the California Vehicle Code (§ 40203.5 and 40203.6) it was determined a maximum penalty of $1000 was permissible however, a mandatory 10% is required on top of the base penalty. This would result in a $1100 ticket. Staff are recommending a $900 base penalty that when combined with the mandatory 10% required by Vehicle Code § 40203.6 would equal a $990 penalty which is within $10 of the direction provided to Staff.

Staff are proposing the following areas be included in the Resort Parking Zone, North Village, Canyon Lodge and Eagle Lodge and are further described as:

North Village Area (Exhibit 1)
 Forest Trail from Berner to Crest Lane
 Hillside Dr from Lake View to Forest Trail
 Canyon Blvd – Lake Mary to Hillside
 Lake Mary Road from Minaret Road to Hidden Valley
 Minaret Road from Main Street to Forest Trail
Canyon Lodge Area (Exhibit 2)
 Canyon Blvd – Hillside to Canyon Lodge
 Mammoth Slopes Drive – in its entirety
 Lakeview Blvd – in its entirety
 Davison Road – in its entirety
 Rainbow Lane – in its entirety
 Rainbow Place – in its entirety
 Top of Slopes Court – in its entirety
 Aspen Lane – in its entirety
 Aspen Place – in its entirety
 Forest Trail from Lakeview to Canyon Blvd
 Convict Drive cul-de-sac west of Forest Trail
 Twin Lakes Lane cul-de-sac west of Forest Trail
Eagle Lodge Area (Exhibit 3)
 Meridian Blvd from Eagle Lodge to Minaret Road
 Majestic Pines from Monterey Pines to Holiday Vista Drive Staff are recommending that the citations be implemented on March 1, 2026. This should provide Staff time to purchase and install revised signage and update ticketing devices.

3 Time is also needed to develop a public messaging campaign. This date was not discussed at Town Council on February 4, 2026 and should be discussed and agreed upon by Council as part of the resolution.

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

The primary purpose for increasing parking penalties is to gain a higher level of compliance with the Town’s parking regulations. The limits on parking are there for public safety purposes and to ensure private property access. The increase in penalties may provide additional revenue to the Town, which helps offset the cost of enforcement, but the primary purpose of the increased penalties is to deter people from parking illegally. (Exhibit 1 – North Village Area)

4 (Exhibit 2 – Canyon Lodge Area)
(Exhibit 3 – Eagle Lodge Resort Zone)

RESOLUTION NO. 26-

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF

MAMMOTH LAKES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, INCREASING

PENALTIES FOR PARKING CITATIONS
WHEREAS, California law prohibits vehicles from being parked in certain locations, and authorizes the Town to issue citations for parking violations and other Vehicle Code violations, and to regulate other types of parking, such as by establishing no parking zones, prohibiting on-street parking for portions of the year, and establishing time limits for parking in certain areas; and
WHEREAS, Title 10 of the Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code contains several parking restrictions and prohibitions, Section 10.16.30 authorizes the Town Council to establish bail amounts for parking violations, and Chapter 12.40 prohibits overnight camping in vehicles parked on Town roads; and
WHEREAS, the bail amounts for most parking violations in Mammoth Lakes have not been increased more recently than 2023, and Mammoth Lakes Police Department staff have encountered numerous vehicle owners who have indicated that the bail amounts in certain areas of Town are low enough that they do not have a deterrent effect; and WHEREAS, the Town desires to designate Resort Parking Zones with higher parking citation bail amounts to have a deterrent effect. The Resort Parking Zones are hereby defined as:

North Village Area
 Forest Trail from Berner to Crest Lane
 Hillside Drive from Lake View to Forest Trail
 Canyon Blvd – Lake Mary to Hillside
 Lake Mary Road from Minaret Road to Hidden Valley
 Minaret Road from Main Street to Forest Trail
Canyon Lodge Area
 Canyon Blvd – Hillside to Canyon Lodge
 Mammoth Slopes Drive – in its entirety
 Lakeview Blvd – in its entirety
 Davison Road – in its entirety
 Rainbow Lane – in its entirety
 Rainbow Place – in its entirety
 Top of Slopes Court – in its entirety
 Aspen Lane – in its entirety
 Aspen Place – in its entirety
 Forest Trail from Lakeview to Canyon Blvd
 Convict Drive cul-de-sac west of Forest Trail
 Twin Lakes Lane cul-de-sac west of Forest Trail
Eagle Lodge Area
 Meridian Blvd from Eagle Lodge to Minaret Road Page 91 of 107 Resolution No. 26-

 Majestic Pines from Monterey Pines to Holiday Vista Drive; and WHEREAS, the Town of Mammoth Lakes desires to assign a bail amount for vehicles impeding the flow of traffic, emergency, and snow removal operations within Town of Mammoth Lakes public rights of way that would deter such actions; and WHEREAS, the Public Works Director has determined that all vehicle travel lanes, bike lanes, and multi-use paths within the Town Boundaries should officially be designated as no parking zones. Furthermore, no person shall stop, park or leave standing any motor vehicle whether attended or unattended, except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic, bicycles, pedestrians or in cases of emergency or in compliance with the directions of a peace officer or traffic control device, in any of these designated areas. The bail amount for violation of this section as shown in Exhibit A shall be called Impeding the Flow of Traffic; and WHEREAS, the Town Council wishes to increase the bail amounts for parking violations in Resort Parking Zones to enhance the deterrent effect of the bail amounts, effective on March 1, 2026.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council of the Town of Mammoth Lakes as follows:

Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.

Section 2. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code Section 40203.5, Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code Section 10.16.030 and other applicable law and ordinances, the Town Council hereby adopts the schedule of bail amounts listed in the third column of Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, for the corresponding violations set forth in the first column of Exhibit A. The increased bail amounts shall take effect March 1, 2026.

Section 3. The Town Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this resolution.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 18th day of February 2026.

AMANDA RICE, Mayor
ATTEST:

JAMIE GRAY, Town Clerk

Resolution No. 26-

EXHIBIT “A”
Code and Violation MLPD Current
Fine
March 1, 2026
Fine
4000a CVC Unregistered Vehicle $110.00 $110.00
5200a Missing License Plate $110.00 $110.00
5204a CVC No Current Tab Displayed $110.00 $110.00
21209a CVC Parked in a Bicycle Lane $110.00 $110.00
22500a CVC Parked in Intersection $110.00 $110.00
22500b CVC Parked in Crosswalk $110.00 $110.00
22500d Parked Within 15ft of Fire Department Driveway $110.00 $110.00 22500e CVC Blocking Driveway $110.00 $110.00
22500f CVC Parked on Sidewalk $110.00 $110.00
22500H CVC Double Parking $110.00 $110.00
22500i CVC Bus Zone $110.00 $110.00
22502a CVC Parking over 18" from Right Curb or Wrong Way $110.00 $110.00 22507.8a CVC Parking in Handicapped Zone
Note: The proposed $990 fine amount consists of a base $900 fine and the mandatory 10% additional assessment imposed by 40203.6 CVC.
$550.00 $990.00
22514 CVC Parked at Fire Hydrant $150.00 $150.00
22500.1 CVC Parked in Fire Lane $150.00 $150.00
22505a1 CVC Interfere with Traffic $110.00 $110.00
22505b CVC Park/Stand/Stop on State Highways $110.00 $110.00 22523a CVC Abandoned Vehicle $110.00 $110.00
MC 10.16.170 No Street Parking Nov 1-April 30 $110.00 $110.00 MC 10.16.160 Obstructing Snow Removal $220.00 $220.00
MC 10.16.40 72-hour Parking $110.00 $110.00
MC 10.16.050 No Parking Zones Designated $110.00 $110.00 MC 10.16.080 Angle Parking Prohibited $110.00 $110.00
MC 10.16.100 Time Restricted Parking $110.00 $110.00
MC 10.16.120 Designated Zone $110.00 $110.00
MC 12.40.020 No Camping Town Roads $110.00 $110.00
MC 10.16.050 No Parking Zones Designated (Resort Parking Zones) $500 MC 10.16.050 Impeding the flow of traffic $750

From: Alec Clowes
To: Clerk
Subject: Public comment
Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026 2:00:23 PM
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I’m writing regarding agenda item 9.1 on the Feb 18th council meeting.

I encourage the council to raise parking citation fees less than proposed. I feel $1000 is an obnoxious level that doesn't treat the public reasonably.

I think the council should instead direct the police department to write a lot more tickets. 900 a year is only 3 a day or (more likely) 10 days at 90 per day. Use enforcement officers instead of expensive police officers.

The reason people park illegally is because they know they are unlikely to get a ticket.

Thanks,
Alec Clowes
Mammoth Lakes

From: Robert Yoder
To: Angela Plaisted
Subject: Fwd: New parking ordinance and fines
Date: Monday, February 16, 2026 11:48:48 AM
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> Great plan and schedule for implementation by staff.
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> A few questions and suggestions:
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> 1. Parking on the north side of Lakeview is to be eliminated. Will the no parking area on the top of the south side of Lakeview be maintained for safety and circulation.
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> 2. Fines were increased in the no resort area no parking, ada and restriction of traffic areas. The no parking in front of a fire hydrant remains $150. I recommend that be increase to the ada rate or at least the $500 no parking area rate to be consistent.
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> 3. Should the signs have verbiage No Parking or Stoping $500 fine? Adding the no stopping as that happens a lot.

People put on the 4 way flasher and remain in place for extended periods of time. >
> Thank you.
> Bob Yoder
> 530-320-9227
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1 TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Title: Resolution to Change and Manage Parking Signage
Meeting Date: February 18, 2026
Prepared by: Haislip Hayes, PE Public Works Director
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommend the Town Council:
 Adopt a resolution designating parking zones, signage and management authority.

BACKGROUND:

At the February 4, 2026 Town Council Meeting Staff presented several topics aimed at mitigating illegal parking. The intent of these measures was to ensure the flow of transit, vehicles, pedestrians, and emergency services while protecting right of way for snow removal operations. Along with increasing parking citations Town Council directed staff to make changes to parking signage in the Canyon Lodge area. The Staff presentation and recommendation included removal of spaces in constrained areas like Lakeview Blvd and Rainbow Lane. Parking will be permitted only on one side of the road to provide enough room for snow storage. New signage would be placed along each road to better communicate where parking is permitted as well as providing information on citations and towing. The Municipal Code allows for such changes following a resolution by Town Council.

ANALYSIS:

The Town of Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code includes several provisions related to parking signage. Of note are the sections related to no parking zones, parking regulations, and winter parking prohibitions. Each of the sections authorizes the Public Works Director to manage these provisions with the approval of Town Council.

10.16.050 Parking regulations—No parking zones designated.

Locations where the Public Works Director has determined that such restrictions are necessary in order to improve traffic safety or provide for the orderly flow of traffic.

Following the resolution of the Town Council approving such restriction, the Public Works Director is authorized to place red curb or signs within or adjacent to such portions of Town streets indicating such restrictions and the effective time periods

10.16.120 Parking regulations—Signs to indicate parking regulations; authority of Public Works Director
Following the resolution of the Town Council approving such regulation, the Public Works Director is authorized to place signs to indicate parking, standing, or stopping regulations,

2 and the signs shall have the meanings herein set forth. Such regulations shall apply 24 hours a day, seven days a week, unless otherwise indicated by the posted signs.

10.16.150 Winter parking on town roads—Winter parking prohibition The Public Works Director shall determine the days, times, and portions of Town streets upon which winter parking shall be permitted. Following the resolution of the Town Council approving such permission, the Public Works Director is authorized to place pavement markings or signs within or adjacent to such portions of Town streets in which winter parking shall be permitted. Winter parking, in accordance with the designation placed by the Public Works Director, shall be permitted during the days and times indicated and within the areas so designated.

Staff interpret the intent of the Municipal Code to require Town Council to authorize the Public Works Director to make and manage parking signage. The wording is slightly different in each of these provisions. Staff and Council have historically interpreted this permission as granted. For avoidance of any doubt the attached resolution will grant the appropriate permissions and ratify existing parking and no parking areas. In accordance with Municipal Code section 10.16.120 the resolution would authorize the Public Works Director to update, change, and manage parking signage and regulations in the following areas:
 Sierra Park Road from Tavern to Main Street
 Sierra Manor adjacent to the Park-n-Ride Lot
 Laurel Mountain in its entirety
 North Frontage Road in its entirety
 South Frontage Road in its entirety
 Lake Mary Road from Davison Road to Lee Road
 Tavern Road from Sierra Park Road to Thompsons Way
 Tavern Road from Inyo Street to Chaparral adjacent to the Park in the Parcel  Thompsons way in its entirety
 Meridian Blvd from Minaret to Eagle Lodge
 Old Mammoth Road from Fir Street to the USFS gate
 Minaret Road from Main Street to Forest Trail
 Canyon Blvd in its entirety
 Lakeview Blvd in its entirety
 Aspen Lane in its entirety
 Forest Trail from SR203/Minaret Rd to Crest Lane
 Forest Trail from Canyon Blvd to Lakeview
 Rainbow Lane in its entirety
 Mammoth Slopes Drive in its entirety
 College Parkway at the Wagon Wheel intersection adjacent to the College Connector Path Trailhead
 North Street at the Sherwin Creek Road intersection adjacent to the Trailhead

3 Additionally, the resolution will permit the Public Works Director to update, change, and manage parking signage and regulations in the areas above as No Parking Zones under

10.16.050 and similarly 10.16.150 Winter Parking Prohibition.

Changes to signage in the Canyon Lodge area will include elimination of permitted parking on “one-way” Rainbow and the north side of Lakeview Blvd. These areas will be signed “no parking anytime”. Signage will be placed on Rainbow, Lakeview, Mammoth Slopes and other streets where parking is appropriate that clearly defines parking regulations. This includes “No Parking This Side” of the road or “This Side Only” type signs. These signs are proposed to be larger than typical to make them more legible. Placement will be determined with input from Public Works Road Department staff to avoid locations that would be buried in typical winter storms. No Parking signage will be updated to include the new citation amount. This effort will take some time to implement. New signs will need to be ordered, and installation of new sign poles is difficult in the winter. Staff will endeavor to implement changes strategically and thoughtfully to avoid confusion.

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

The Town of Mammoth Lakes Public Works Department has a budget for street signs. The budget is adequate to make the discussed changes around Canyon Lodge.

RESOLUTION NO. 26-

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MAMMOTH LAKES,

STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR TO

DESIGNATE NO PARKING ZONES
WHEREAS, the Town of Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code Section 10.12.050 describes how No Parking Zones may be designated; and
WHEREAS, theTown ofMammoth Lakes Municipal CodeSection 10.12.120 describes how signs may be placed to indicate parking regulations; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code Section 10.12.150 describes the Town’s winter parking prohibition and how winter parking can be permitted; and WHEREAS, no person shall stop, park, or leave standing any motor vehicle whether attended or unattended, except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic or in cases of emergency or in compliance with the directions of a peace officer or traffic control device; and WHEREAS, in locations where the Public Works Director has determined that parking restrictions are necessary in order to improve traffic safety or provide for the orderly flow of traffic the Town Council may by resolution authorize such restrictions; and WHEREAS, California VehicleCode Section 22506 statesthat local authorities may by ordinance or resolution prohibit or restrict the stopping, standing, or parking of vehicles on a state highway.

NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDthat theTownCouncil oftheTown of Mammoth Lakes, California, hereby:

1. Authorizes the Public Works Director to manage street parking in the following areas:
 Sierra Park Road from Tavern to Main Street
 Sierra Manor Road in the vicinity of the Park-n-Ride Lot  Laurel Mountain Road in its entirety
 North Frontage Road in its entirety
 South Frontage Road in its entirety
 Lake Mary Road from Davison Road to Lee Road
 Tavern Road from Sierra Park Road to Thompsons Way
 Tavern Road from Inyo Street to Chaparral Road adjacent to the Park in the Parcel  Thompsons Way in its entirety
 Meridian Blvd from Minaret Road to Eagle Lodge
 Old Mammoth Road from Fir Street to the USFS gate
 Minaret Road from Main Street to Forest Trail
 Canyon Blvd in its entirety
 Lakeview Blvd in its entirety
 Aspen Lane in its entirety
 Forest Trail from SR203/Minaret Road to Crest Lane
 Forest Trail from Canyon Blvd to Lakeview
 Rainbow Lane in its entirety

 Mammoth Slopes Drive in its entirety
 College Parkway at the Wagon Wheel intersection adjacent to the College Connector Path Trailhead

2. Authorizes the Public Works Director to place red curb and appropriate signage, and to manage winter parking in any of the areas described above as needed or required.

3. Authorizes the Public Works Director to modify or eliminate these restrictions as necessary to improve traffic safety or provide for the orderly flow of traffic.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 18th day of February 2026.

AMANDA RICE, Mayor
ATTEST:

JAMIE GRAY, Town Clerk

1 TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Title: Town of Mammoth Lakes Overnight Parking Program
Meeting Date: February 18, 2026
Prepared by: Nolan Bobroff, Community and Economic Development Director Haislip Hayes, PE Public Works Director
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff Recommend the Town Council:

1. Adopt a resolution finding a need for immediate action to address the needs of unhoused local residents living in their vehicles;

2. Authorize the Town Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with a private property owner to use their site as a temporary overnight parking site and direct staff to issue an Administrative Permit for the use; and

3. Authorize the Town Manager to consider use of Town-owned property, or property leased by the Town from Mono County, for a temporary overnight parking site should an agreement with a private property owner not be accomplished.

BACKGROUND:

A shortage in available and affordable housing has resulted in an increased number of locally employed individuals residing in their vehicles. Many of these individuals are employed by businesses that directly support our tourism-based economy, such as hospitality (MMSA, hotels, STR cleaning services, etc.), restaurants, retail, and service type businesses, and these businesses would struggle to operate due to staff shortages if the individuals were to leave the area due to not having access to safe and legal overnight parking options. The problem is exacerbated during the winter months when overnight parking options on adjacent public lands become nonexistent due to the accumulation of snow.

At the February 2, 2026 Town Council meeting, staff presented a multi-pronged approach to address the issue that included an immediate, but temporary, solution and a long-term solution. There are a number of challenges that must be overcome in order to facilitate either approach including zoning issues, operational challenges, and gaining site control for a location. The long-term solution will require amending the Town’s Municipal Code to allow for overnight sleeping in vehicles as the Code currently prohibits “sleeping or camping in any vehicle or recreational vehicle on any public street, parking lot, Town rightof-way, public park, or other public place.” This will require additional analysis and staff estimated that it will take a minimum of 6-months to complete, with the goal of having a long-term solution in place by fall 2026. In a parallel track, staff identified a path that would allow for a temporary 90-day solution that will address the immediate need caused by the winter snow. The multi-pronged approach was well received by Council and

2 direction was provided to advance both concepts. This item is focused solely on the immediate, short-term solution and the long-term solution will be more thoroughly discussed at future meetings.

ANALYSIS:

Town staff recommend advancing a resolution to allow an overnight parking program to operate as a Temporary Use under the Zoning Code as an Emergency Facility to address the immediate public safety needs of those living in their vehicles that have been displaced by the winter weather and accumulation of snow. Under the Temporary Use provisions, the program could operate for up to 90 calendar days, commencing on the first day of operation, which would allow for the program to operate through May or June, thereby covering the harsher winter months. The program would provide a safe and legal space for locally employed unhoused individuals with vehicles to temporarily park overnight and would provide opportunities to connect unhoused individuals with access to case management for information on transitioning to more permanent housing and other social service programs. With the Temporary Use allowance, staff can impose a number of conditions through the Administrative Permit process, such as specified hours of operation, required screening, require bathrooms and trash receptacles be provided, etc. Prior to commencing operations on a selected site, Town staff will need to finalize an operations and management plan with the site operator.

Program participants will be required to obtain a placard from the Town offices or management authority to be eligible to park overnight on the host site. Failure to obtain a placard/have the placard visibly displayed or failure to abide by the rules and regulations would be enforced through a number of legal remedies available to the Town and private property owner, such as issuance of citations and fines, removal of the vehicle, and trespass citations. Prior to receiving a placard, program participants will be required to, amongst other actions:
a) Sign a liability waiver;
b) Sign an acknowledgement of rules and responsibilities; c) Be screened to verify that the participant is not a registered sex offender (290/Megan’s law);
d) Have local employment status verified; and
e) Have vehicle inspected to verify that it is operable, registered, and insured.

The proposed Town Council action will authorize the Town Manager to work on securing an agreement with a private property owner and does not directly authorize the use on a specific site. A site specific approval, including an analysis of whether the temporary use on the selected site qualifies for an exemption from CEQA, will be done through an Administrative Permit once a conditional agreement has been made. Alternatively, should an agreement with a private property owner not progress, the proposed Town Council action authorizes the Town Manager to consider use of Town-owned property for a temporary overnight parking site. This action would also then require an Administrative Permit for the specific site.

3 FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

It is anticipated that the Town would provide a cash subsidy that the host site can use for various operating costs, such as snow removal, security cameras, trash, bathrooms, etc. The cost to fund such an operation has not been fully established, but is estimated to be between 5k -10k / month. This could vary significantly depending on snowfall and selected site.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:

Environmental review will be completed as a part of the subsequent Administrative Permit process. Dependent on the selected site, the use may qualify for use of a categorical exemption.

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS:

The Town Attorney will review the terms and conditions of all agreements prior to execution to ensure the Town’s liability and risk is minimized to the greatest extent possible. Additionally, prior to a placard being issued to an individual, a liability waiver indemnifying both the Town and the private property owner will be required.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE

TOWN OF MAMMOTH LAKES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT

THERE IS AN IMMEDIATE NEED FOR AN EMERGENCY FACILITY

TO ADDRESS THE PUBLIC SAFETY NEEDS OF UNHOUSED LOCAL RESIDENTS

LIVING IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO AUTHORIZE THE TOWN MANAGER TO

NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH A PRIVATE PROPERTY

OWNER TO USE THEIR SITE AS A TEMPORARY OVERNIGHT PARKING SITE OR

TO IDENTIFY A TOWN-OWNED OR LEASED SITE FOR A SIMILAR USE WHEREAS, a shortage in available and affordable housing has resulted in an increased number of locally employed individuals residing in their vehicles; and WHEREAS, many of these individuals are employed by businesses that directly support our tourism-based economy, such as hospitality, restaurants, retail, and service type businesses, and these businesses would struggle to operate due to staff shortages if the individuals were to leave the area due to not having access to safe and legal overnight parking options; and WHEREAS, the problem is exacerbated during the winter months when overnight parking options on adjacent public lands become limited due to the accumulation of snow; and WHEREAS, when overnight parking options become limited due to snow, public safety issues arise from unhoused local residents partially obstructing public roads while parked overnight and/or trespassing onto private property to park overnight; and WHEREAS, having a temporary Emergency Facility available that allows for unhoused individuals to park and sleep in their vehicles overnight would minimize the public safety and legal issues that currently exist.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council of the Town of Mammoth Lakes as follows:

1. Find that there is a need for immediate action to address the needs of unhoused local residents living in their vehicles due to the issues created by a lack of safe and legal overnight parking options;

2. Authorize the Town Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with a private property owner to use their site as a temporary Emergency Facility to allow for overnight parking and direct staff to issue an Administrative Permit for the use; and

3. Authorize the Town Manager to consider use of Town-owned property, or property leased by the Town from Mono County, for a temporary overnight parking site should an agreement with a private property owner not be accomplished.

Resolution No. 26-

APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 18th day of February 2026.

AMANDA RICE, Mayor
ATTEST:

JAMIE GRAY, Town Clerk

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) – Sauser, Truax, and Bubser as alternate
Airport Land Use Commission – Rice, Truax, and Bubser as the alternate Mono County Collaborative Planning Team (CPT) – Community and Economic Development Director Nolan Bobroff and Bubser and Truax as alternates Intergovernmental Relations:

Town and County Liaison Committee – Sauser, Rice, and Town Manager and Truax 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 – Truax and Assistant to the Town Manager as alternate
Transportation:

Local Transportation Commission (LTC) – Sauser, Truax, and Town Manager Rob Patterson; Community and Economic Development Director Nolan Bobroff as alternate
Eastern Sierra Transit Authority (ESTA) Board – Bubser and Sauser Local Issues:

Mammoth Lakes Tourism (MLT) Board – Wentworth
Mammoth Lakes Recreation (MLR) Board – Truax
Eastern Sierra Community Housing Board – Rice
Treasury Oversight Committee – Finance Director; Town Manager as alternate Parks and Recreation Master Plan Advisory Committee – Rice; Bubser as the alternate
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.