The Sierra Reader December 22 2022

A Tribute to Jack Stout

Loving husband, son, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend

Jack Stout was born April 4th, 1937 to Henry and Mildred Stout in Los Angeles, Ca. and passed away at his home in Big Pine, Ca. on Tuesday, November 29th, 2022. Jack was an only child who grew up in Los Angeles where he attended John C. Fremont High School, graduating in 1956. Throughout his childhood years, he spent memorable summers with his grandparents, fishing, hunting and exploring near Clearlake, Ca. These fond memories from years past, would continue to be a special time, one in which he would share stories about throughout his life with his daughters and grandchildren.

In 1957, he married Jeri Nelson, who would continue to share the next 64 years together as husband and wife. Jack and Jeri raised two daughters, Sherry and Cindy Stout, creating a life for his family in Los Angeles and later relocating to Big Pine, Ca where he settled in, calling the Owens Valley his home.

While living in Los Angeles, Jack attended the Los Angeles Trade Technical College, training as a plumber apprentice. During this time, he also explored a career with the Downey Police Department and began intensive training with the Los Angeles Sheriff Academy. He ultimately decided to pursue a career in the trade industry as a Journeyman Plumber. Jack continued his career as a plumber, working for the next 11 years until he decided to relocate his family to Big Pine.

The last day on the job, he suffered a work related injury that left him hospitalized with head and back injuries, leaving him partially paralyzed, with hearing and vision loss. After being released from the hospital and with a long road of recovery ahead, Jack joined his family in Big Pine where he continued to build strength and begin working on his new home. It was during this time, he taught himself how to operate the backhoe while only having limited use of his vision and right hand. Jack would ultimately become an expert backhoe operator completing difficult jobs spanning from Horseshoe Meadows to Westgard Pass. This would be a lifelong career, operating “Jack Stout Plumbing and Backhoe Service” with his wife, Jeri, from 1971 until his retirement.

Jack was a mentor to many people throughout his time in Big Pine, one of which was Bill Eddy, who became more like a son working and learning from Jack throughout the years. While living in Big Pine, Jack had many hobbies including gun smithing, reloading, target shooting, hunting, mining, metal detecting and rock hounding. The people he enjoyed these hobbies with were his family and close friends, including Pat Saenz, his childhood friend and Mike Nelson who was like a brother to Jack as well as Glen Brewer. He shared his love of prospecting with Carl Lawerence, Tom Rudder, Tim Johnson and Charles Brady where they enjoyed mining throughout the local mountains in the Owens Valley and across the White Mountains in Lida, Nevada. While working hard and creating a life for his family in Big Pine, Jack spent years building close friendships with Ron McGhie, George Kelley, Fred Colvin, Dennis Tillemans, Richard Williams, Don Wofford and Norm Bird. These friendships continued to grow through the years, spending days together on jobs as well as enjoying time together outside of work. As retirement approached, Jack and Jeri spent several months each year escaping the cold, winter weather, by snowbirding with close friends, Bill and Earlene Wright in Quartzsite, Arizona. Anyone who knew Jack, knew he enjoyed the sunshine and desert heat.

Jack Stout was loved by friends and family for his many qualities and is remembered as a man whose character was built on integrity, honesty and the value of hard work who would go out of his way to offer a helping hand to family, friends and the community. Jack’s wishes were to be cremated, so there will not be a funeral service at this time. There will be a celebration of life with close friends and family at a later date.

He is survived by:

His wife of 64 years - Jeri Stout of Big Pine, CA

Daughter and Son In Law - Sherry and Irving Moore of Spring Creek, NV

Daughter and Son In Law - Cindy Knight and Bill Eddy of Big Pine, CA and Bill’s son’s Jack Eddy and Clayton Eddy of Bishop, CA

Granddaughter and Family, Christa, Carlos and Lida Padilla of Yucaipa, CA

Granddaughter and Family - Michelle, Jesse, Lily, Elijah, Daisy and Ivy Najera of Orange County, CA

Cousin - Mike Nelson of Coeur D’Alene, ID

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6V GOLF Cart Batteries. Two like new 6V Deep Cycle Golf Cart Batteries less than 3 months old. Paid over $300 at O’Riley’s Auto Parts for both, asking $100 for both, must be sold as a pair. 760937-0128. 50 (2)

PORTABLE Massage Table. NEW in box, Master Massage 30” Roma LX, 30 “ x 84”, 32.5 lbs., head rest and book shelf. $120. 760-9203975. 51 (4)

REFRIGERATOR WATER Filter replacement for Samsung. Replaces DA29-00038. Brand new, still sealed wrapped. Two for $15.00, call 760-873-3692, please leave message. 50 (4)

CELL PHONE- Google Pixel 7 Cell Phone, (Model GVU6C), with protective case and screen protector. Supports 5G Service on Sub-6GHz 5G networks, does not support 5G mm Wave service . Display 6.3 “; 128 GB storage, 8 GB memory; 50 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide rear cameras, 10.8 MP front camera; Google Tensor G2 Processor; 4270 mAh battery; Android 13. Lemongrass color. Purchased in October, little used, like new in original box. $350. Call (760) 873-3291. 51

FINE OAK veneer desk, filling cabinet, printer cabinet and book case. Desk 64” x 24’ x 30’ h. Power outlet module, locking drawers. ALL for $100.00 Call 760-937-5243. 49 (3)

DISH WASHER, trash compactor, stove, and under cabinet microwave new never used all black $750 or best will not sell sederaty have to buy all. serious inq only please (760) 873 5903 ask for will. 51 (3)

FOR SALE guitars, amps, paintings, mise. furniture & artifacts, please call (760) 873-3017. thanks. 49 (3)

VIRTUALLY UNUSED PS5 gaming console ( disc version) with the following games included: Assassins Creed Valhalla, Godfall, Resident Evil Village, Demon Souls. Also included is a dual controller charging station and a second controller. Like new condition. Not interested in trades first $1000 cash takes it. Call 775-7704826 and leave message if no answer, thank you. 51 (4)

PYREX VINTAGE Mixing Bowls, set of three (3), Woodlands pattern, band of white flowers and leaves, chocolate brown (2 1/2 qts. & 1/2 pt) and caramel tan (1 1/2 qt.) Great condition, great to get ready for baking season. $30.00, call 760-873-3692, please leave message. 50 (4)

OVAL SERVING TRAY, silver-plated, 19 1/2 inches in length, great for serving a large crowd. Also silver plated wired basket with removable handle, 9 1/2 inches in length; 7 1/4 inches in width; 8 1/2 inches in height. Good for holding utensils/cutlery. $10.00 each or $15.00 for both. Call 760-873-3692, please leave message. 50 (4)

PHONES!!! A flip phone LG, verizon. I have ear plugs for it cant find the charger. case to store it. $30.00. THE other phone is Samsung J3 Eclipse, i have 11 decrative phone covers. charger cord and ear plugs. $90.00 or both for $110.00 computer speakers, small round DELL 4” across. speekers. usb. connect. to monitor. $30.00 for pair. 760-264-6582. 49 (4)

HP PHOTOSMART B8550 color photo printer. Large format up to 13x19 prints. $100 760872-6622. 50 (4)

AIR FRYER-Ninja AF100 series. Brand new, never been used, out of box with owners guide and quick start guide including recipes etc. $70.00 OBO Call Terry 760-9201472. 49 (3)

DEWALT D24000 10 inch Wet Tile Saw with stand. Only used a few times for projects around the house. It is in good condition with manual and in the original box. Asking $500 Call 760-387-2715. 50 (4)

ADULT BRIEFS, Medine Fit Right Ultra, adult briefs with tape tab side closures, size 2XL, $8 per pack of 20, 760920-3458. 00

BEDROOM SET--Ashley Furniture Matching Bedroom Set. Twin bed with headboard, and two storage drawers, includes mattress, two drawer nightstand, six drawer dresser. Excellent Condition. This bedroom set was purchased at Fendons. Lowering price to $800.00 Pictures available. Call or text 760-9201575. 49 (2)

BISHOP SNO Shack for sale! Comes with sturdy portable steel building and everything you need to continue this wildly popular local shave ice business. Includes fastest block ice shaver available and a block ice maker for the special size blocks used in it. This is a great family business to run seasonally!! This business has grown bigger and bigger each year, without fail. For more info, call Monique at (760) 784-1055. 49 (4)

PICTURE FRAME vise $10 Dining table with 2 chairs $10.00 Chopping block table $10.00 Loveseat Dark Brown gold Shop $40.00 George nestor propane canister type $40 35mm Canon DSLR camera with extra lenses $50 Kodak Retina 35mm Collectors Item $25.00 760-920-1031. 49 (3)

EARLY 1900’s solid oak, dark brown, small coffee table, asking $120.00 (760-2646582) SCRAP Metal fence post pieces a couple, end rails. flat big metal heavy piece. , poles, a stand in L shape, odds and ends, all yours for $80.00. (computer speakers, round X2) $30.00. DOLL collection, in original boxs, Barbara Streisand, Cyndi Lauper, Luceille Ball (10 different verses of her) Carrol Bernett in curtain dress, 90210 Luke, Happy Days Archie Cunningham, Drew carey show “ MIMI” all in original boxes, Britney Spears, school days outfit. one of her firsts. AND MORE!!!! 760-264-6582 call or leave a text, message would love to sell them all. 760-264-6582,. 48 (4)

FOR SALE great xmas gift Australian Stock $450.0 saddle $450.00 call linda At 760937-3939, 5” Depp 30 ms Deepening on Seat Size . 49 (3)

SPRAYTECH EPX2155 Piston Pump Sprayer. Is in good condition and has only been used for a few projects around the house. Included with the sprayer is two 50 foot hoses, two 36 inch nozzle extensions, a power roller and a Spraytech G-10 XL High-Capacity Spray Gun with numerous tips of various sizes and filters. Asking $800 call 760-387-2715. 50 (4)

KODAK BROWNIE Hawkeye Camera with Kodalite flasholder. Classic collector’s camera from the Fifties. Excellent condition. Flasholder in original Kodak box. $27. Call 760-937-8326.. 49 (4)

8 PLACE geming of China 3 plates plus tea cups with plates Sold in 1983 for $125 a setting All $ for $200 760-920-1031. 49 (3)

WHITE GOLD 14KT. Diamond ring, Two nice size and some small, different shaped 2 longer. Really pretty shaped like an Iris flower, belonged to one of my grandmas. Arthritis and cant wear. Want someone special to have it, Would be a lovely christmas gift. Too pretty to salvage so selling for only $650.00 OBO, worth more than that. Will send picture text. 760-264-6582. 50 (4)

TRAILS WEST 14’ Horse Trailer, 2300 unladen weight, 2 axel, tan in color, great shape. Standard ball hitch hook-up. $3500 or best offer. Lone Pine, phone 909-5490068 anytime.. 49 (2)

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SNOWBOARD, BINDINGS, BOOTS AND HELMET. Burton Custom X snowboard with bindings, Burton size 10 men’s boots and Salomon helmet. This is everything you need to hit the snow at an excellent price. Everything is in very nice condition! $125. (760) 872-4204. 50 (3)

BEAUTIFUL OIL Painting of parade Move horse “Paik of Diamends” is now neduced to half price $225.00, must sell as 9am downsizing with fur niture watercolours, the artist was well knom in Bishop Co, and L.A County im 1950’, 90´ and hir artwork belongs to well known collectors worldwide TEL 873-8643 for info. 48 (3)

FOR SALE Cornet / trumpet xlnt. cond. good horn for student. $200.00 760-920-2299. 48 (3)

GUN SAFE. Holds 6 rifles and has shelves for pistols or ammo. Finish is black and is floor mountable for security. Asking $125.00 Looks brand new. Text 530-933-8098 to view.. 49 (2)

BEATLES FOR SALE 1990’S Capitol / Parlophone / Apple release. In new, sealed condition. All 13 vinyl records with English issue covers. Fantastic gift for vinyl lovers who want that perfect sound quality. $350.00. Beatles and others collectables, picture discs, and 45’s. Call 7754616-945, leave message. 49 (2)

18 TO 19-YEAR-OLD pinto mare. Good kids horse, sound. About 14 hands high. $1200 Can email or text photos and video. 760-937-8036. 50 (2)

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2022 Final Election Results and Inyo County’s New Leadership

By Christina Reed The Hired Pen

Eastern California—The state of California’s election results are final (as of December 8, 2022), and the state suffered its first loss of a seat in the House of Representatives in its history, due to changes in population from the 2020 census. Currently, California has 52 House districts. A special election was held this year, for Senator Alex Padilla, who was appointed to the vacated senator’s seat when Kamala Harris was elected Vice President of the United States. Recent election results show Alex Padilla winning the term of state senator.

California’s General Election Results 2022

Governor: Gavin Newsom

U.S. Senator: Alex Padilla (special election)

Secretary of State: Dr. Shirley Weber

Lieutenant Governor: Eleni Kounalakis

Attorney General: Rob Bonta

California Controller General: Malia Cohen

California Superintendent of Schools: Tony Thurmond

California Treasurer General: Fiona Ma

California Insurance Commissioner General: Ricardo Lara

California Supreme Court Associate Justice: Patricia Guerrero (first Latina chief Justice on the California Supreme Court)

California Associate Justices: Joshua Groban, Martin Jenkins, and Goodwin Liu retained their seats.

California’s House of Representatives 3rd District: Kevin Kiley

California’s State Senator 4th District: Marie Alvarado-Gil (enormous district from Lake Tahoe to Owens Lake; west across the Central Valley, and parts of Modesto and Stanislaus County)

Proposition 1: Guarantee Constitutional Right to Abortion: Passed Proposition 26: Legalize Sports Betting on Tribal Lands: Defeated Proposition 27: Legalize Online Sports Betting: Defeated Proposition 28: Arts and Music Education Funding: Passed Proposition 29: Impose New Rules on Dialysis Clinics: Defeated Proposition 30: Tax Millionaires for Electric Vehicle Programs: Defeated Proposition 31: Uphold Flavored Tobacco Ban: Passed

Inyo County’s 2022 Election Results

Big Pine Board of Education Seats: Kami Bayer and Adelina Rico

Bishop Unified School Board of Education Seats: Claudia Moya-Tanner, Virginia Figueroa, and Joshua Nicholson

Lone Pine Board of Education Seats: Scott Kemp, Krista McKray-Sullivan, and Rachel Yourgules

Owens Valley Board of Education Seats: Joey Peterson, Allie Whisler, and Alisa Lynch

Trona Board of Education Seats: Cathy Heseman, Skylar McCullar, and Priscilla Benadom

Inyo County Supervisor 1st District: Trina Orrill

Inyo County Supervisor 3rd District: Scott Marcellin

Inyo County Sheriff: Stephanie Rennie Keeler CSD: Karin Riggs, Jayna King, and Jeanne Elliott

Measure Q: Hotel Tax on Short-Term Rentals: Defeated

A swearing in session is slated for Tuesday, January 3, at noon, and the following Inyo County administration will be sworn into duty at the historic Inyo County Courthouse in Independence, CA.

County Superintendent of Schools: Barry Simpson

County Supervisor 1st District: Trina Orrill

County Supervisor 3rd District: Scott Marcellin

Assessor: David Stottlemyre

Auditor: Amy Shepherd Coroner: Jason Molinar

County Clerk / Recorder / Elections: Danielle Sexton

District Attorney: Thomas Hardy Sheriff: Stephanie Rennie

Treasurer / Tax Collector: Alisha McMurtrie

County Administrator: Nate Greenberg (Appointed by the Board of Supervisors to replace Leslie Chapman, who retired in September 2022. Greenberg previously worked for Mono County for 18 years, as Director of Information Technology.)

Inyo County’s historic courthouse will be the official swearing in setting, Tuesday, January 3, at noon, for the newly elected Inyo County administration and government officials. New faces in Inyo County’s government include new Board of Supervisors 1st District, Trina Orrill and 3rd District, Scott Marcellin, and Inyo County’s new Sheriff, Stephanie Rennie. Photo by The Hired Pen

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NATURAL, Real Garnets and Pearls, 4 strand twisted Garnets and Keshi Pearls, with antique gold beaded Necklace. The length end to end is 16 1/2 inches, clasp and all. Valued at $350.00, asking $200.00. Pretty gift for christmas. Just ask for text photos, 760-264-6582. 49 (4)

LARGE PET CAGE. Heavy duty pet cage with thick wire gage construction. 48”L x 30”W x 33”H. Fully collapsible with plastic tray that goes underneath the cage and attachable water cup. Could be used for many kinds of animals. Excellent condition. $75. (760) 872-4204. 49 (3)

LADIES BLACK Pearl Ring set in 14 kt White Gold Band (Size 6.5) please call me at (760)-872-2573 and leave a message containing your name and a cell phone number, so I may please send you some photos of this spectacular black pearl ring, thank you!. 49 (2)

GORGEOUS, 100 year old vintage, 14K white diamond wedding ring, 1 lrg .25 c diamond center 6 sm diamonds,2 long diamonds and 1- 8th c, diamond next to .25 c diamond. this rings diamonds shape that of a iris flower, very pretty, family member handed down?? I will send text pictures if interested. asking $725.00 I don’t want to trade in for $$ as scrap, it is so pretty want someone to enjoy it special occassion gift. 760-264-6582. 48 (4)

HUMMINGBIRD framed photographs. Three photographs attractively arranged and decorated in one frame. 40 1/2 x 15 3/4. Purchased from Millcreek Wildlife Creations. Signed by James Jones. $100. 760.873.7961. 48 (4)

BISHOP SNO Shack for sale! Comes with sturdy portable steel building and everything you need to continue this wildly popular local shave ice business. Includes fastest block ice shaver available and a block ice maker for the special size blocks used in it. This is a great family business to run seasonally!! This business has grown bigger and bigger each year, without fail. For more info, call Monique at (760) 784-1055. 47 (4)

BEDROOM SET--Ashley Furniture matching bedroom set. Twin bed with headboard and two storage drawers, includes mattress, Two drawer nightstand, Six drawer dresser. This bedroom set was purchased at Fendons. PRICE DROPPED Now asking $800.00. Pictures available. Call or Text 760-9201575. 49 (2)

Please call (760) 872-2573 and leave a message containing your name and cell phone number so I can send you some photos. Thanks!. 49 (2)

Animals and Pets

BALL PYTHON: I would like to sell my Ball Python i bought from TailWaggers over a year ago with my 4-H money. He’s in perfect health, lives in a big tank. loves to eat, super friendly, and likes to be held . I’m keeping the tank but selling the snake, humidity hide cave and water dish for $100. If are interested call or text 760-684-1451. Thank you!. 49 (3)

SHIH TZU PUPPIES, ready by Christmas, 3 males available. They are AKC registered purebreds and have had their wellness check up, first set of shots and will come home with a great puppy package. They are very intelligent little lap dogs and are very loving and affectionate. For more info call or text (760)2585277. 51 (4)

HORSE BLANKET Tough 1 1200D waterproof blanket 200 G polyfill size = 69” New, text or call 760-920-5116. 50 (3)

Miscellaneous

GARDEN TRAIN: LBG and others, engines, asst. cars, track, controls, layout features, etc.. lots of $$ invested. $350. 760-934-3549. 51 (3)

GUITAR, Washburn 6 string acoustic, like new, cost $400, sell $150. Includes hard & soft cases 760-934-3549. 51 (3)

BARELY USED hospice/ hospital table, air bed oscillating to prevent bed sores for use on twin hospital bed, brand new adjustable air cushion for wheelchair. $450 or best offer Also I litter box $350 works great. Power recliner chair $50 760-920-8609. 51 (4)

I NEED WOOD power poles for fences. Please call 760-760-873-7302. 50 (4)

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MOVING? FREE clean boxes and packing material. Call 760-937-3841. 51 (2)

ZAMP SOLAR PANEL suitcase style $ 450 OBO call Mike for info 760-873-4649. 48 (4)

10 MARLBORO and used vintage winter jackets. each $ 50.- Also sell rug 150 years old with certification, Karabak Russian border. Call charlie 775-419-5663 can text you photos. 50 (4)

FENCING - galvanized wire mesh 2in x 4in. multiple rolls. 300ft total. 48in tall. $150 OBO. 831-234-1009. 49 (4)

FREE STAND Up Piano. Needs some tuning but otherwise in good shape. Text me (347) 225-1150. 49 (4)

SKYWAY CASCADE Garment Bag. Never used, navy blue “ballistic” style nylon fabric on the outside. Originally priced at $140.00 with tag still on. Must see to appreciate. Make a fair offer and it can be yours by Christmas. Low offers will be considered also. In bishop. 760 937-4129. 49 (2)

I FOUND a wallet with cash in it. No ID. Found on rez. Call me and I will get it to you (707)354-4539. 49 (4)

SELLING my wedding dress. Beautiful true white beaded long train gorgeous lace l. Just had iig cleaned and boxed. Bought it new at David’s bridal 3 weeks ago for $1400 only asking $150. Contact me for photos. Size 7 Call Joni or Rudy 707-3544539. 49 (4)

FARBERWARE coffee On. 48 Cup With spigot, excellent for parties and gatherings during holidays only ased tuke exallent condition $50.00 TEL 873-8643. 48 (3)

MISE OLDER elite “Oshkosh” luggage wi differents sizes wi very good condition, used very little also chrome plated luggage carmer or wheelS $25.00 To $ 100.00 each TEL 823-8643 for info. 48 (3)

CHOPPING block table $10.00 pine dining table $10.00 love set $40.00 picture frame vise $10.00 1 set of ladder jack $15.00 bissell carpet cleaner $30.00. 760-920-1031 48 (3)

FREE STAND Up Piano. Needs some tuning but otherwise in good shape. Text me (347) 225-1150. 48 (4)

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WANTED- Old telephone poles that can be milled into fencing. Thanks 760-914-0710. 50 (4)

LOOKING FOR a small storage space at a reasonable rate. 5’ x 5’ will be fine. Call Joe at 512-221-5928.. 49 (2)

LOOKING for someone to clean my house 4 times per month. It’s only my girlfriend and myself (no kids) she just doesn’t want to clean. Any help would be appreciated. Willing to pay $75 per week to the right individual. Please call Rudy (707)354-4539. 48 (4)

WANTED vocal coach. i have a good voice. i need training confidence. wanted please call 873-3017 bench press. i have Dumb-bells need incline. please call 873-3017 now, as always! thank you . 49 (3)

WANTED roommate to share lg. 2 bedroom in center of bishop. male/female honest, reliable, financially responsible. $550+1/2 utilities. call (760) 873-3017. thanks. 49 (3)

TOP DOLLAR paid for your old cars or trucks running or not. Please send pics to 951-9658428 or call thanks cash ready. 51 (2)

WANTED. camper shell for my 2005 gmc sierra short bed truck. prefer black in color but will consider other colors. please phone 760-258-1076. 49 (4)

WANTED CAMPER shell for my 2005 gmc sierra pickup. short bed step side. must be in good shape. please phone 760-258-1076. 49 (4)

USED ELECTRIC stove with working over needed for projects in my home shop. Must be very reasonable priced. Gary 760-258-5438. 47 (4)

TOP DOLLAR paid for old signs, road signs, any old signs please send photos to 951 965 8428 or call cash ready$$$ what else do you have ??? $$$$$. 51 (4)

WANTED: Baritone Saxophone Call or Text 760-854-2325. 47 (4)

Help Wanted

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KEELER COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT: Secretary: prepares and posts meeting agendas, minutes, and public notices; keeps records; collects and distributes mail, maintains office supplies and assists KCSD Board of Directors as necessary $350 monthly. Treasurer issues monthly water bills, records payments, submits bills and payments to Inyo County Auditor’s Office, maintains petty cash, presents finan-

From left to right. Jose Garcia and Jim Ellis were elected Mayor Pro Tem, and Mayor respectively during the Bishop City Council regularly scheduled meeting last Monday, December 12, 2022.

cial and customer reports at KCSD Board Meeting and performs duties related to district finances $350 monthly. Project Manager for Flood Berm Realignment: establishes project needs, sets deadlines, and adheres to a budget. The project manager will rent heavy equipment, hire equipment operators and insure a productive and safe work environment. Experience in project management required. Project Secretary/ Fiscal Manager for Flood Berm Realignment: Maintain records and submit reports related to grant funding. Perform administrative tasks, including filing, photocopying, corresponding, and implementing office procedures and record systems. Bottled Water Grant Project Manager: Maintains a bottled water supply, organizes labor for water delivery, coordinates with non-profit and state, insures a productive and safe work environment and approves invoices. Bottled Water Deliverers: Twice a month, distribute and deliver bottled water in Keeler to residents. Must be able to carry 6 gallons of water. Please send resume/letter of interest by Jan. 8, 2023 to Keeler Community Service District, PO Box 107, Keeler, CA. 93530. 50 (4)

POSITIONS AVAILABLE Open until filled: Dealer, F&B Cashier *18 years or older, Food and Beverage Manager, Guest Services (Cashier), IT Technician, Lead Cashier, Security Officer, Surveillance Agent *18 years or older, Vault Attendant, *Must be 21 years of age to

work in casino. (unless stated otherwise), Must be at least 18 to work in the restaurant. Native American Indian preference shall apply pursuant to the Bishop Paiute Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance. Excellent benefits offered: Health, dental, vision, Life, 401K, discounted meal rate and gift shop items.You will be required to meet the following conditions if offered position:

• Must be able to qualify and obtain and maintain a Bishop Gaming License

• Must be able to pass an extensive security background check

• Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug test. Applications can be picked up at the Wanaaha Casino or you can apply online at: or you may call 760-873-4150, ext. 214 ext 220. www.wanaaha.com

Fire-Arms

WINCHESTER model 1896 lever action carbine with saddle ring. In great shape a real shooter. Made in the USA. Chambered in Win 2535 and comes with 600 plus rounds of ammunition. $800 call or text 760-937-5905. 51

Bikes / Sports

FREE: HO Train Set/Layout, lots of engines, cars, track, controls, features, magazines, etc.. 1950’s - 60’s era. 760-934-3549. 51 (3)

SURFBOARDS: Longboards (2), foam/glass, 10’ & 9’-6” with bags. $150 ea. 760-9343549. 51 (3)

2010 HONDA VFR 1200F Sport Touring Motorcycle with under 3,500 miles. Bike is in excellent condition, with many “EXTRAS” $10,000 OBO Call Mike for info and pictures 760-873-4649. 48 (4)

2006 BMW K1200S Sport Touring Motorcycle just under 16,000 miles and in excellent condition $5,500 OBO call for pics. and info Mike 760-873-4649. 48 (4)

VITUS ROAD Bike aluminum frame carbon fiber fork, a very light weight bike $200 / OBO 760-920-0660. 48 (4)

SUP BOARD BIC 10’6” paddle/surf with paddle very good shape $250 760-920-0660. 48 (4)

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‘Friends of Our Lands’ in El Sol de la Sierra

Hot meals and other types of assistance for seniors from the County of Inyo

I turned 60 years old last month. My birthday fell on a Sunday, and the very next day at noon I went to the Bishop Senior Center to sign up for the Senior Nutrition Program, which I now qualified for.

It is a great community service I had been looking forward to since I moved to Bishop last year. The warm meals, as you can see from the photo, are made fresh every weekday and are nutritionally balanced and meet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans put together by the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services. That is important to me as a diabetic. Signing up for this service was easy. I just went to the reception counter at the center and identified myself as a new senior age 60 or older. I showed my driver’s license as proof of my age but I really didn’t have to. My name was immediately added to the check-in roster, and I was given a paper placemat and guided on where to line up for my meal, with milk included, and how to help myself to free lemonade, tea, coffee or water. I was also given an intake form that was easy to fill out. I could have taken it home and turned it in later in the week but I filled it out right after finishing my meal. It was that simple. The form does not ask about one’s immigration status. And, like me, one can be employed and still participate; you don’t have to be retired.

There is a suggested $5 donation per meal, but it is voluntary and no one who is 60 or older, including seniors from outside of Inyo County who are visiting or passing through, is required to pay. However, non-seniors are charged $9. About Bishop Senior Center

Located in a beautiful, quiet setting at 682 Spruce Street at the east end of Bishop City Park, Bishop Senior Center is part of the Eastern Sierra Area Agency on Aging (ESAAA) under the County of Inyo’s Health and Human Services (HHS) Department. It is a very welcoming place.

The Center is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday, and morning activities include hanging out with other seniors while drinking coffee and watching television, reading from the center’s book collection, putting together puzzles, playing table games, or, for the musically inclined, playing the center’s upright piano.

As already stated, a hot congregate meal is served at noon sharp, but eager seniors start to line up around 10-15 minutes before. Some 50-75 meals are served at the center each day, according to Supervisor Jean Bigham. “It’s really helpful in the times we’re in right now,” she said. “With inflation being what it is, seniors’ Social Security checks don’t go a long way. This is a good place for seniors to save a few bucks.” Indeed, even though I am employed, getting hot lunches at Bishop Senior Center represents a big savings for me because of inflation. Also, there is so much variety in the menu, I don’t have to worry about where to go for lunch every day to keep from repeating meals.

Those needing transportation can have their names added to the center’s “Lunch Bunch” list. Bishop Senior Center works with Eastern Sierra Transit to do a round of pickups through Dial-A-Ride, drop the group off at the center for lunch, and come back after lunch to take them back home.

For fragile homebound seniors, there is a Home-Delivered Meals program that delivers one warm meal and four frozen meals one day a week to seniors’ homes throughout Inyo County in Bishop, Big Pine, Independence, Lone Pine, Olancha, Keeler, Darwin, Furnace Creek and Tecopa. Currently, about 115 seniors are receiving home-delivered meals through this program, Bigham said.

Other services the center provides are discounted Eastern Sierra Transit passes; Assisted Transportation Services for seniors who need to travel as far away as Reno, Carson City, Ridgecrest or Lancaster/Palmdale for medical services; legal assistance; Family Caregiver Support Services (FCSS) for residents in both Inyo and Mono Counties; Long-Term Care Ombudsman Services for residents of long-term care facilities; home visits; and information and assistance, including Spanish interpreting through County HHS staff or a dedicated telephone line.

Bigham invites Spanish-speaking seniors to come and visit Bishop Senior Center or any of the senior meal programs at any of the other senior centers in Inyo County: Big Pine, Independence, Lone Pine and Tecopa. Meal distribution days vary by location, and some centers require a reservation.

Find out more at inyocounty.us or by calling 760-873-6364. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and, until next time, let’s all continue to be “friends of our lands”!

Louis Medina serves as Communications and Philanthropy Director at local conservation nonprofit Friends of the Inyo. You can reach him at Louis@friendsoftheinyo.org.

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Secretary: prepares and posts meeting agendas, minutes, and public notices; keeps records; collects and distributes mail, maintains office supplies and assists KCSD Board of Directors as necessary $350 monthly.

Treasurer issues monthly water bills, records payments, submits bills and payments to Inyo County Auditor’s Office, maintains petty cash, presents financial and customer reports at KCSD Board Meeting and performs duties related to district finances $350 monthly.

Project Manager for Flood Berm Realignment: establishes project needs, sets deadlines, and adheres to a budget. The project manager will rent heavy equipment, hire equipment operators and insure a productive and safe work environment. Experience in project management required.

Project Secretary/ Fiscal Manager for Flood Berm Realignment: Maintain records and submit reports related to grant funding. Perform administrative tasks, including filing, photocopying, corresponding, and implementing office procedures and record systems.

Bottled Water Grant Project Manager: Maintains a bottled water supply, organizes labor for water delivery, coordinates with non-profit and state, insures a productive and safe work environment and approves invoices.

Bottled Water Deliverers: Twice a month, distribute and deliver bottled water in Keeler to residents. Must be able to carry 6 gallons of water.

Please send resume/letter of interest by Jan. 8, 2023 to Keeler Community Service District, PO Box 107, Keeler, CA. 93530

given that a vacancy exists on the Board of Directors of the Mono County Tri-Valley Groundwater Management District and that the Board of Directors intends to fill this vacancy by appointment at the regular Board meeting in January 2023. Persons interested in being considered for this appointment to the Board of Directors must be a resident and owner of real property located within the District, must be a registered voter, and must have their own well for domestic use. Interested people need to be willing to participate in monthly meetings involving groundwater issues within the District, come to meetings prepared to participate in agenda items, respond to emails from other Directors, and be willing to accept additional assignments on occasion. Interested persons are encouraged to provide a letter of interest to the Secretary of the Board of Directors via U.S. Mail at the above address or via email to secretary@tvgmd.org no later than 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. Questions concerning this appointment may be addressed to the Chairman of the Board of Directors at 760-873-8648

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Shoe City is in Independence 2022

By Christina Reed The Hired Pen

Independence, CA—Shoe City is in Independence, and this store joins more than 35 retail stores in Southern California in offering top brands at sometimes lower prices than online shopping. Shoe City is a 30-year-old business in California, however, the Independence store has been open for three years. The business says it carries “womens, running, sandals, shape ups, mens, boots, skate, kids, boys and girls shoes.”

Amy Hawkins and Carolyn Brodsky are assistant managers at the store, and Hawkins says it’s a “very nice store,” and “we have really good brands.” Top favorites right now, Hoka and Merrell, but shoes are only a small part of the store’s appeal. Shoe City also carries socks, slippers, hats and caps, backpacks, and skateboards. From sandals to heels, from size 1 infant to men’s size 15, from skate shoes like DC and Etnies, to top-sellers like Adidas or Puma, or Ugg, the Shoe City selections are vast, and they are unloading shipments often of new merchandise. And, Hawkins adds, some of the Ugg products recently went down in price.

Hawkins joined the business to be in the area with her family, and Brodsky has been a resident in the area for many years. Hawkins says she “loves meeting new people” that are traveling through the area, and she notes that as the store becomes more popular, customers are coming back to say, “Hello.”

Carolyn Brodsky and Amy Hawkins are helping customers find their perfect Shoe City, in Independence, CA, purchases from top brands in womens, running, sandals, shape ups, mens, boots, skate, kids, boys and girls shoes. Photo courtesy of The Sierra Reader

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