Big Pine, excellent response.
Ian, you are correct the messages are getting toxic but the toxicity is a direct result of the lack of leadership, communication and transparency by the affected agencies. Are you aware that Country health professionals are being given a great deal of latitude to make decisions? In fact, INF typically referred you to the Inyo County Health Dept. Well about one week ago Inyo County Health Dept moved to a stage 3, allowing campgrounds, bars, restaurants, lodging, wineries, gyms and other services to open. Even Yosemite opened on June 12.
You mention the lack of funding and understaffing. You might be correct but in the age of social media how many resources do you need to post an update on your website????
You also mention political decisions. However if you follow the minutes of several Board of Supervisor hearings you will see a great deal of frustration with the delay in opening recreational sites. Many of the businesses that support the County via tax dollars are on the edge of bankruptcy.
I do not profess to have all the answers. But I will say the lack of leadership and communication by the affected agencies is inexcusable.
