Inyo County Names Bouchard Next CAO

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 3, 2026

Inyo County Names Bouchard Next CAO 

With a contract approved at today’s meeting, Inyo County is poised to officially welcome Ms. Christine  Bouchard as the next County Administrative Officer. The Board of Supervisors made a conditional offer of  employment to Bouchard on October 13. Her start date will be November 12.

Bouchard’s appointment follows an extensive, comprehensive effort to recruit for a permanent CAO since late  2025.

“Christine brings with her a wide breadth of experience in county government and a proven track record of  innovative, effective, and supportive leadership,” said Board Chair Trina Orrill. “Her areas of expertise range  from budgeting and financial insights to personnel, real property, project, and team management. We look  forward to embarking with her on this exciting new chapter for Inyo County.”

Bouchard is no stranger to the Eastern Sierra. She served the last three years as Mono County’s Assistant  County Administrative Officer, where she helped evaluate, formulate, and develop recommendations on  improvements to county operations, programs, and services. Prior to that, Bouchard served as Administrative  Services Manager for the Santa Cruz Port District, Administrative Services Manager for the County of Santa  Cruz, and Senior Administrative Analyst for Amador County General Services.

A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Bouchard went on to receive her education in Business Management and  Employment Law.

Bouchard said she is eager to step into this important role and get to know the Inyo County workforce that is  the backbone of the organization.

“I am excited to build positive, productive, and lasting relationships with an already well-established team. I  am bringing over 27 years of a combination of military, public service, and County Government time to the  organization,” Bouchard said. “I am enthusiastic to put my experience, training, and knowledge to work to  bring the County to the highest possible level. The health, safety, and well-being of the community will always  be my highest priority. I believe that fiscal responsibility and transparency are essential in maintaining the trust  and respect of the public. It is my honor and absolute privilege to start working for the people of Inyo County.”