On February 10, 2016, at the regular monthly meeting of the Midpines Planning Advisory Committee (MPAC) held in the Midpines Community Hall, MPAC members responded to a request from the Mariposa County Board of Supervisors.  The Board had asked MPAC members to review the Economic Vitality Strategy and Implementation Plan of 2007 and Chapter 6 of the Mariposa County General Plan and identify the five most important economic issues facing the County. 

The MPAC members were led in a discussion by District 1 Supervisor, Rosemarie Smallcombe, and decided that the five most important economic issues for the County are:  1.) Fire safety/abatement,  2.) Making sure that our current residents have adequate necessities for comfortable lives and employment (i.e. broad band, transportation, etc.),  3.) More affordable housing, 4.) Making Mariposa County a year-round tourist destination, and 5.) Creating a convention center that would provide employment opportunities to local residents, enhance revenue, and attract visitors. 

MPAC meetings are always held on the second Wednesday of the month from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. in the Midpines Community Hall on Highway 140.  

All are welcome and encouraged to attend.  We need your input!