Humboldt County public meetings in 2023
87 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Thu Dec 21, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator considers Wood Creek Phase III restoration permit
The Zoning Administrator will review a Conditional Use Permit for watershed restoration and enhancement along Wood Creek in the Freshwater area. The project proposes rerouting part of the creek to the east side of Felt Road and installing a new culvert on Felt Ranch Road. Proposed activities include grading, excavation, and planting to support fish habitats.
- Wood Creek Phase III Conditional Use Permit (PLN-2023-18261)
- Proposed rerouting of Wood Creek near Felt Ranch Road
- Installation of a new culvert on Felt Ranch Road
- Watershed restoration and enhancement activities
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Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Dec 19, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $2.19 million agreement for outpatient mental health services
The Board is reviewing a professional services agreement with Thomas Milam MD, Inc. for outpatient therapy services. They are also considering requests to consolidate special elections for the Arcata School District and Fieldbrook Glendale Community Services District with the March 5, 2024 primary election. Additionally, the Board will address personnel reallocations within Child Support Services.
- $2,198,400 contract with Thomas Milam MD, Inc. for outpatient therapy services
- Consolidation of Fieldbrook Glendale Community Services District special election with March 5, 2024 primary
- Consolidation of Arcata School District special election with March 5, 2024 primary
- Reallocation of Child Support Services positions including a new Special Programs Coordinator
- Resolutions authorizing Chair Rex Bohn and Vice-Chair Michelle Bushnell for 2024
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1800 — approved
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 29 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Dec 14, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Commission to consider amendments to the Inland and Coastal Zoning Ordinance regarding signs
The Planning Commission is considering an ordinance to establish uniform standards for the development, size, and installation of signs and nameplates. The proposed changes aim to protect aesthetic values along scenic highways and coastal views while ensuring compatibility with Caltrans requirements.
- Sign Ordinance amendment (Record No.: PLN-2023-18011) regulating sign development, siting, size, and installation countywide
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825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1607 — continued
4 yea · 3 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Thomas Mulder absent · Peggy O'Neill absent · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
Thu Dec 14, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Permit for new modular buildings at Redwood Coast Montessori in Manila
The Zoning Administrator will review a coastal development permit for two modular buildings in the Manila area. The agenda also includes a request for a two-year extension to continue deconstructing structures at the Samoa Sawmill facility.
- Coastal Development Permit for Redwood Coast Montessori to build two 960-square-foot modular buildings in Manila
- Two-year extension for the deconstruction of remaining Samoa Sawmill structures, including offices and kilns
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Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Dec 12, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses housing, labor adjustments, and road repairs
The Board of Supervisors is considering several consent calendar items including a $1.1 million behavioral health housing subcontract and various employee cost-of-living adjustments. Other items include a $20,000 grant for polling place accessibility and storm damage repairs for Panther Gap Road.
- $1,128,205.00 supplemental budget for Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program
- Subcontract with Advocates for Human Potential, Inc.
- 2.5% to 3% cost-of-living adjustments for various bargaining units
- $20,000 grant for Help America Vote Act polling place accessibility
- $32,976.90 change order for Panther Gap Road storm damage repairs
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1517 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1567 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1611 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1610 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1566 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1588 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1538 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1581 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1549 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1569 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1570 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1606 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1574 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1587 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1559 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Dec 5, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board considers $656,121 public health grant award
The Board of Supervisors will review several items including airport design contracts and public health grants. They are also considering budget transfers for fire services and business district support. Additionally, the Board may authorize a letter opposing nearshore groundfish fishery closures.
- $98,620 agreement for Murray Field Airport runway design
- $656,121 grant from California Strengthening Public Health Initiative
- Letter of opposition to 2023 nearshore groundfish fishery closure
- $35,000 transfer from contingencies for fire services and business district
- Subcontract with Advocates for Human Potential for behavioral health internships
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (20 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1383 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1509 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1563 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1352 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1594 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1513 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1534 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1432 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1526 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1543 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1550 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1542 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1548 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1551 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1571 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1456 — approved
5 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn absent
23-1289 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1397 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1515 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Nov 30, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission reviews land use and cannabis permits
The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications, including residential subdivisions, cannabis cultivation permits, and property adjustments. These items are presented as part of the consent agenda for discussion or approval.
- VIPA Farmers, LLC: Conditional Use Permit for 12,536 square feet of mixed light cannabis cultivation in Salmon Creek area
- Slack & Winzler: Major Subdivision of a 44.2-acre parcel into five residential lots in Eureka area
- Slow and Steady LLC: Special Permit for 7,400 square feet of outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation in Bridgeville area
- Sanders Hurlbutt: Lot line and zone boundary adjustments between two parcels in Redway area
- North Coast Hitching Post: Extension of Coastal Development Permit and Conditional Use Permit in Table Bluff area
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825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1523 — approved as amended
5 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder nay · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell absent · Sarah West yea
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Nov 28, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $346,511 purchase of a new 5000 gallon refueler
The Board of Supervisors will consider several items including a public hearing for updated county fees and contracts for workforce development programs. The agenda also includes mental health service agreements and appointments to a solid waste hearing panel.
- $346,511 appropriation transfer to purchase a new Rampmaster 5000 Gallon Model SW Refueler
- Public hearing for updates to the Humboldt County Schedule of Fees and Charges on December 12, 2023
- Workforce development program contracts with Cal Poly Humboldt Sponsored Programs Foundation
- $33,785.07 contract for the Sudden Oak Mortality Regulatory Program
- Bid authorization for a flooring project at the District Attorney's Office
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1529 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson nay · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 29 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Nov 16, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews 61-unit housing development in McKinleyville
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will consider several residential and agricultural projects. This includes a major subdivision for 61 housing units in the McKinleyville area and coastal development permits. The commission will also review conditional use permits for cannabis cultivation.
- Valadao project: A 61-unit planned development including townhouses and single-family homes in McKinleyville
- Ruffino project: Subdivision of a 3.87-acre parcel into six parcels in the Coastal Zone
- Panther Rock Growers, MBC: Conditional Use Permit for cannabis cultivation in the Dinsmore area
- Barrett Farms, LLC: Conditional Use Permit for cannabis cultivation in the Dinsmore area
- VIPA Farmers, LLC: Continuation of a cannabis cultivation project to November 30, 2023
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825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1524 — approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Nov 16, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews storage building and land merger requests
The Zoning Administrator will consider two items on the consent calendar regarding coastal development permits. These include a new storage building for a fire department in Shelter Cove and a parcel merger in McKinleyville.
- Shelter Cove Resort Improvement District: 2000 square foot accessory storage building, Conditional Use Permit, and Special Permit
- Bill Coastal Development Permit and Notice of Merger: combining two parcels in the McKinleyville area
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Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Nov 7, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board of Supervisors meeting on November 7, 2023
The Board of Supervisors will review several items including proclamations, appointments, and contract amendments. Key discussions involve health and human services agreements and fund transfers.
- Transfer of up to $3,187,714 to the California Department of Health Care Services
- Tobacco-Free Humboldt allocation agreement for Proposition 99 and 56 funds totaling $1,050,000 across multiple periods
- Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult Program contract amendment
- Appointment of new members to the Humboldt Fire Safe Council
- Reappointment of Sylvia DeRooy to the Housing Authority
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1470 — approved
3 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay
Rex Bohn absent · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone nay
The other 26 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Nov 2, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission discusses short-term rentals and cannabis permits
The Planning Commission will review a draft ordinance for short-term rentals in inland and coastal areas. The agenda also includes several conditional use permits for cannabis cultivation and a hotel conversion project.
- Short-term Rental Ordinance discussion covering inland and coastal zones
- VIPA Farmers, LLC: 12,536 square feet of mixed light cannabis cultivation in Salmon Creek area
- Panther Rock Growers, MBC: 5,120 square feet of mixed light and 15,841 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation in Dinsmore area
- Watersong, LLC: 21,469 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation in Willow Creek area
- Gage & Amy Duran: Hotel conversion of the former Scotia Hospital into up to nine units in Scotia area
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825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1474 — continued
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
23-1481 — continued
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
23-1484 — continued
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
23-1445 — continued
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
23-1477 — approved
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
CONSENT AGENDA VOTE — approved
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
Thu Oct 26, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Commission to discuss draft short-term rental ordinance
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed ordinance for short-term rentals in all unincorporated areas of Humboldt County. The discussion includes two tiers of rentals, performance criteria, and an administrative permit process. The commission will also consider a cap on the number of units allowed near the Humboldt Bay Area.
- Draft Short-term Rental Ordinance (Record No.: LRP-2022-17963 & LRP-2023-18254)
- Proposed rental tiers for partial and whole unit rentals
- Creation of an Administrative Permit for ordinance compliance
- Proposed cap on short-term rental units in the Humboldt Bay Area
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825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1445 — continued
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell absent · Sarah West yea
Thu Oct 26, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Permits requested for Table Bluff Coastal Prairie Restoration in Loleta area
The Zoning Administrator will consider permit requests for habitat restoration at Table Bluff. The proposal includes removing non-native trees and thinning spruce forests to support western lily habitats. Planned activities include using a helicopter to move timber and conducting experimental prescribed burns.
- Coastal Development Permit for vegetation removal
- Conditional Use Permit for habitat restoration
- Special Permit for design review of a deer-proof fence
- Plan for prescribed fire and goat grazing in an experimental plot
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Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Oct 24, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $589,262 technology contract and courthouse ADA project updates
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several service contracts and budget amendments. Key items include technological support services, election funding, and updates to the courthouse accessibility project.
- $589,262.21 professional services agreement with Granicus, LLC for technology support
- $135,308.00 change order for the Fourth Street Courthouse ADA modification project
- $98,133 supplemental budget for elections and $73,133 for record conversion
- New grant round for the Cannabis Equity Grant via Local Equity Program updates
- $24,534.55 contract for the High-Risk Pest Exclusion Program
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1374 — approved
3 yea · 1 abstain · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell abstain · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone nay
The other 27 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Oct 19, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission discusses sign ordinance and cannabis permits
The Commission will review a countywide Sign Ordinance amendment and several cannabis cultivation permit applications. Staff has recommended denial for one large-scale cultivation project due to water availability concerns.
- Countywide Sign Ordinance amendment regarding standards for signs and billboards
- Emerald Mountain Coast LLC: 18,050 square foot mixed light commercial cannabis cultivation in Blue Lake
- High Art, LLC: 20,180 square foot outdoor cannabis cultivation in Willow Creek
- John Piccirilli: Cannabis cultivation including 8,475 square feet of mixed light and 7,000 square feet of outdoor cultivation in Willow Creek
- 707 Cultivation Company, LLC: 43,560 square foot outdoor cannabis cultivation in Willow Creek
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825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1404 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent · 2 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell nay · Sarah West absent
23-1405 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent · 2 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell nay · Sarah West absent
23-1406 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West absent
23-1408 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West absent
23-1409 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West absent
23-1410 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West absent
23-1411 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West absent
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Oct 19, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Proposed lot line adjustment for The Redwood Company LLC in Ferndale
The Zoning Administrator will consider a Coastal Development Permit and Lot Line Adjustment for The Redwood Company LLC. The proposal involves adjusting the boundaries of four parcels in the Ferndale area to facilitate land management with no new development proposed.
- Lot line adjustment for The Redwood Company LLC (PLN-2023-18394)
- Coastal Development Permit for parcels in the Ferndale area
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Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Oct 17, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors considers radio infrastructure, budget transfers, and health agreements
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several fiscal and administrative items, including a $600,000 supplemental budget for a radio infrastructure project. Other items include workforce development appointments, staff deallocations, and various mental health service agreements.
- $600,000 supplemental budget for the Radio Infrastructure Project in Communications
- $230,000 transfer from District Attorney Asset Forfeiture fund to Communications
- Authorization of agreement with CliftonLarsonAllen LLC regarding Headwaters Fund management
- Carry forward of $91,575 in unspent funds for the Headwaters Fund (FY 2022-23 to FY 2023-24)
- $45,000 supplemental budget for the County Administrative Office - Purchasing Division
budgetpublic safetyhealthgovernment-administrationworkforce
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (36 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1297 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1344 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1354 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1376 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1387 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1395 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1316 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1319 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1345 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1286 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1300 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1307 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1331 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1343 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1203 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1332 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1210 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1111 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1295 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1296 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Oct 12, 2023 · 11:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors to hold closed session regarding existing litigation
The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting on October 12, 2023. The agenda includes two closed sessions to conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation involving Cathie Childs and the County of Humboldt.
- Closed session: discussion of Cathie Childs v. County of Humboldt, et al., Case No. 1:23-cv-02836
- Closed session: discussion of County of Humboldt v Cathie Childs, et al., Humboldt County Superior Court Case No. CV2300847
legallitigationgovernment-operations
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
Thu Oct 5, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission discusses short-term rentals and cannabis permits
The Commission will review a workshop regarding new ordinances for short-term rentals in inland and coastal zones. The agenda also includes several public hearings for cannabis cultivation permits and a residential subdivision project.
- Short-term rental ordinance workshop covering inland and coastal zones
- Brightview Major Subdivision: 1.58-acre parcel into seven residential lots in McKinleyville
- Mad River Medicinals, Inc.: Conditional Use Permit for 18,500 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation in Dinsmore
- Patient 2 Patient, Inc.: Conditional Use and Special Permit for 86,000 square feet of greenhouse cannabis cultivation in Redway
- VIPA Farmers, LLC: Conditional Use Permit for 12,536 square feet of mixed light cannabis cultivation in Salmon Creek area
zoningcannabishousingshort-term rentalssubdivision
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1334 — approved
5 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Sarah West yea
23-1335 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Brian Mitchell absent · Sarah West yea
CONSENT AGENDA — approved
5 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Sarah West yea
23-1336 — approved
5 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Sarah West yea
Thu Oct 5, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis cultivation permit and coastal parcel adjustment
The Zoning Administrator will consider two items on the consent calendar. These include a special permit for outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation in Bridgeville and a lot line adjustment in the Shelter Cove area. The coastal project involves no new development.
- Special Permit for 8,241 square feet of outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation at 33228 St Hwy 36
- Lot Line Adjustment and Coastal Development Permit in the Shelter Cove area
- Request to reduce setback to public lands for the Bridgeville cannabis project
zoningcannabiscoastal developmentland usehumboldt county
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Oct 3, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $709,640 contract for Auditor-Controller’s Office improvements
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several supplemental budget requests and administrative resolutions. This includes a major contract for office tenant improvements and various funding updates for public health programs. The agenda also features several official proclamations and appointments.
- $709,640 contract award to Adams Commercial General Contracting, Inc. for office improvements
- $132,000 supplemental budget for Economic Development Promotion
- Bid authorization for the Ferndale Veterans Hall ADA modification project
- Resolution authorizing facility use agreements for County elections for the next three years
- Supplemental budget of $97,350 for Public Health Land Use
budgetcontractspublic-healthelectionsgovernment
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (36 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1272 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1240 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1266 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1285 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1306 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1317 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1329 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1312 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1302 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1339 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1114 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1118 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1346 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1294 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1227 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1236 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1237 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1238 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1301 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1308 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Sep 26, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County considers $755,849 grant for childhood lead poisoning prevention
The Board of Supervisors will consider several administrative and financial items, including the establishment of tax rates for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The agenda also includes approvals for various professional services agreements and personnel pay adjustments.
- $755,849 grant for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
- $109,632.24 contract with Development Group, Inc. for technological support
- Resolution setting tax rates for fiscal year 2023-2024
- Cannabis cultivation licensing inspection agreement
- Agreement with McKinleyville Community Collaborative for mental health training
taxpublic-healthcannabistechnologyhuman-resources
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1253 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1282 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1161 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1184 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1224 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1225 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1226 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1228 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1246 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1221 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1260 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1261 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1163 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1190 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1215 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1077 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1255 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1274 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1025 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1211 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
Thu Sep 21, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt Planning Commission reviews 2,867-acre agricultural reserve and parcel merger
The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications, including a large-scale agricultural preserve and parcel merger in the Briceland area. Other items include residential subdivision requests in Westhaven and cannabis cultivation permits in Bridgeville and Ettersburg.
- The Marshall Ranch, LLC: 2,867-acre agricultural reserve, zone reclassification, and merger of 33 parcels
- Ramage Parcel Map Subdivision: A request to subdivide a 5.12-acre parcel in Westhaven into two parts
- Thomas Morgan: Conditional Use Permit for 12,020 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation in Bridgeville
- Big River Farm, LLC: Public hearing regarding 22,000 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation in Ettersburg
- VIPA Farmers, LLC: A request for a cannabis cultivation permit was continued to October 5, 2023
zoningagriculturecannabishousingland-usecoastal-development
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1258 — denied
4 yea · 3 nay
Iver Skavdal nay · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry nay · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West nay
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Sep 21, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews several cannabis cultivation special permits
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing multiple special permit applications for commercial cannabis cultivation projects in the Miranda, Dinsmore, and Garberville areas. These items include requests for outdoor and mixed-light cultivation, water usage plans, and onsite processing facilities.
- Georgi Stoyanov Special Permit: 9,975 SF of outdoor cannabis and 1,470 SF of propagation in Miranda
- Elite Folium, LLC Special Permit: 7,160 SF of outdoor cannabis cultivation at 1131 Thomas Road, Miranda
- Justin Collins Special Permit: 1,920 SF of mixed light commercial cannabis cultivation in Dinsmore
- Humboldt Royale Special Permit: 9,630 SF of existing commercial cannabis cultivation in Garberville
cannabiszoningagricultureland usewater usage
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Sep 12, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers aviation grants and airport lighting system contract
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several federal grant offers for the Department of Aviation. Items include a $1.6 million Bipartisan Infrastructure Law grant and a proposal to award a $4.6 million contract for airport lighting rehabilitation.
- Acceptance of $1,605,929 BIL Grant Offer for Aviation
- Acceptance of $90,000 and $52,200 anticipated FAA grant offers
- Award of $4,647,811.90 contract to St. Francis Electric, LLC for airport lighting rehabilitation
- Approval of lease with 80 West Third Eureka, LLC for Navigation Center
- Proclamations for Constitution Week, California Native American Day, and Disability Accessibility Month
aviationgrantsinfrastructurepublic healthhousing
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (39 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1232 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1248 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1109 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1173 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1179 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1199 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1201 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1202 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1213 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1244 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1251 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1198 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-957 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1194 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1212 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1165 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1191 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1196 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1208 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Sep 7, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis cultivation special permits
The Humboldt County Zoning Administrator is reviewing three special permit applications related to cannabis cultivation. These proposals involve light-deprivation cultivation and nursery operations in the Salmon Creek, Garberville, and Briceland areas. The applications include plans for water catchment, power usage, and stream management area remediation.
- Special Permit: Magick Mountain Organics Salmon Creek, LLC (8,102 sq ft cultivation)
- Special Permit: Flore Farms Inc. (10,000 sq ft cultivation and 600 sq ft nursery)
- Special Permit: Old Briceland Holding Company LLC (10,000 sq ft total cultivation)
cannabiszoningagricultureland-usepermits
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Aug 22, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County ratifies $1.5 million in funds for offshore wind industry development
The Board is considering a memorandum regarding the offshore wind industry and ratifying $1.5 million in funds. Other items include approving contracts for homelessness services and emergency shelter renovations.
- Ratification of $1.5 million in funds related to the offshore wind industry
- $742,158.31 agreement with Arcata House Partnership for homelessness services
- $115,000 grant for Blue Angel Village emergency shelter renovations in Eureka
- $300,000 memorandum of understanding for the Project Trellis Local Equity Program
- $3,348 nursery inspection and enforcement program contract
offshore-windhousinghomelessnessbudgetappointmentscontracts
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1089 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson nay · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 29 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Aug 17, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission reviews cannabis permits and parcel subdivisions
The commission is considering several land use applications, including cannabis cultivation permits in Harris Area and Bridgeville. The agenda also includes proposals to subdivide parcels in Eureka and McKinleyville. One expansion project for Mayers Flat Farm was recommended for continuation to a date uncertain.
- Cannabis cultivation permit for Ram Ram Bliss 2, LLC in Harris Area
- Blair Parcel Map Subdivision of a 20-acre parcel into four parcels near Eureka
- Hooven Parcel Map Subdivision of a 10-acre parcel into two parcels near McKinleyville
- Cannabis cultivation permits for Happy Valley Farms, Inc. in Bridgeville
- Expansion of cannabis cultivation for Mayers Flat Farm, LLC (continued to date uncertain)
cannabiszoningsubdivisionland-useagriculture
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of the Consent Agenda — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell absent · Sarah West yea
Thu Aug 17, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Cannabis cultivation permit for Old Briceland Holding Company to be continued
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing a Special Permit for cannabis cultivation at Old Briceland Holding Company. The proposal includes existing and new cultivation areas as well as nursery relocation. A recommendation has been made to continue the project to an uncertain future date.
- Special Permit for 10,000 square feet of cannabis cultivation and a 1,000 square foot nursery
- Relocation of 20,000 square feet of mixed light cultivation under the Retirement, Remediation, and Relocation program
zoningcannabisagricultureland-use
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Aug 15, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $5.1 million for Alderpoint Road storm damage repairs
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will review several infrastructure and budget items. The agenda includes a bid award for Alderpoint Road repairs and a supplemental budget for public health programs. Other items involve airport microgrid investigations and road closures for an upcoming marathon.
- Award $5,135,657.40 contract to Stimpel-Wiebelhaus Associates, Inc. for Alderpoint Road repairs
- Approve $447,258 supplemental budget for the California Home Visiting Program
- Authorize MOU with RCEA to investigate microgrid development at County Airport
- Approve $42,421.00 grant for the 2023 Noxious Weed Grant Program
- Adopt road closures for the Humboldt Redwoods Half Marathon and 5K on Oct. 8, 2023
roadsbudgetaviationpublic-healthagriculture
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1116 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-955 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1150 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1158 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1057 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1085 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1083 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1090 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1086 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1088 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1101 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1055 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1120 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-1081 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Aug 8, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers grant for youth suicide crisis response pilot program
The Board of Supervisors will review a grant agreement for a new youth suicide reporting and crisis response program. Other items include building modification bids and agricultural contracts.
- Grant agreement for Youth Suicide Reporting and Crisis Response Pilot Program
- Bid authorization for Social Services Building A Phase II ADA Modification Project
- $30,033 supplemental budget for FY 2023-24 ADA Compliance
- $6,010 contract with CDFA for the California Organic Program
- $440 contract for Certified Farmer's Market Inspection
public-healthbudgetinfrastructureaccessibilityagriculture
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (44 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1016 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1071 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1117 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-945 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1020 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1056 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1106 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1123 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1127 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1064 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1069 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1080 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1097 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-815 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-977 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1133 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1048 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1013 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1027 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1060 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Aug 3, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis cultivation and coastal development permits
The Humboldt County Zoning Administrator is reviewing several applications for cannabis cultivation in the Honeydew and New Harris areas. The agenda also includes coastal development permits for a new groundwater well in Loleta and residential construction in Shelter Cove. One cannabis project was continued to August 17, 2023.
- Cannabis cultivation permit for Old Briceland Holding Company (continued)
- Zoning Clearance Certificate for Kings Peak, LLC (3,000 sq ft outdoor cannabis)
- Special Permit for Full Pardon Farms, LLC (10,000 sq ft outdoor cannabis)
- Coastal Development Permit for a new groundwater well in Loleta
- Coastal Development Permit and Notice of Merger for a residence in Shelter Cove
cannabiszoningcoastal-developmenthousingwater
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Thu Aug 3, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews cannabis farm stand and storage facility modifications
The Planning Commission will consider several land use items, including a request to permanently locate a farm stand at Carlotta Gardens, LLC. The agenda also includes a mini-storage center modification involving wetland buffer changes and a large indoor cannabis cultivation project in the Hydesville area.
- Carlotta Gardens, LLC: Modification for a 200 SF portable farm stand at 6287 State Highway 36
- Lucas & Myrtle Mini Storage Center: Modification to alter building configuration and reduce wetland buffer
- Humboldt Reserve, LLC: Conditional Use Permits for 235,008 SF of indoor cannabis cultivation and nursery
cannabiszoningagricultureland-usewater-usage
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1102 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell absent · Sarah West yea
23-1104 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell absent · Sarah West yea
23-1103 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell absent · Sarah West yea
23-1121 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell absent · Sarah West yea
Approval of the Consent Agenda — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell absent · Sarah West yea
Thu Jul 20, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Proposed cannabis cultivation and land use changes in Garberville
The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications, including a permit for 30,000 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation for Humboldt Spirit, Inc. The agenda also includes zone reclassifications for properties in the Benbow area and a lot line adjustment in Korbel.
- Humboldt Spirit, Inc. permit for 30,000 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation
- Zone reclassification of 11.21 acres for Benbow Properties, Inc.
- General Plan Amendment and Zone Reclassification for 25 parcels totaling 33.46 acres
- Lot line adjustment and zone boundary adjustment in the Korbel area
zoningcannabisland-usegarbervillebenbowagriculture
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1039 — approved
4 yea · 2 nay
Iver Skavdal nay · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Brian Mitchell nay · Sarah West yea
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jul 20, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator denies cannabis cultivation permits in Honeydew
The Zoning Administrator voted to deny four conditional use permits for cannabis cultivation in the Honeydew area. The body also approved a residential remodel in McKinleyville and continued two other projects to the August 3 meeting.
- Denial of four permits for 174,240 square feet of cannabis cultivation in Honeydew
- Approval of a coastal development permit for a residence addition in McKinleyville
- Continuation of a special permit for cannabis cultivation in the Briceland Area
- Continuation of a coastal development permit for a new residence in Shelter Cove
zoningcannabishousingcoastal developmentland use
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Jul 18, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses airport concessions, housing services, and budget transfers
The Board of Supervisors is considering several fiscal and administrative actions. Items include a rental car agreement for the county airport, funding for homelessness services, and various budget adjustments across departments.
- Avis Budget Group Inc. on-airport rental car concessions agreement
- $73,506.42 supplemental budget for Correctional Facility accessibility improvements
- $542,612 appropriation transfer for Sheriff's Measure Z radio infrastructure project
- $29,122,849 CalPERS unfunded accrued liability contribution prepayment
- Redwood Community Action Agency agreement up to $671,075.33 for permanent housing and services
aviationbudgetpublic-healthsheriffhousinggovernment-administration
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-968 — approved as amended
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 19 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jul 11, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses tobacco licensing, housing services, and facility upgrades
The Board of Supervisors is considering several professional service agreements for community health and housing programs. Other items include a new tobacco retailer licensing ordinance and various departmental administrative approvals.
- Adoption of a Comprehensive Tobacco Retailer Licensing Ordinance
- Professional services agreement with McKinleyville Community Collaborative up to $395,100.34
- Professional services agreement with Redwood Community Action Agency up to $350,000
- Professional services agreement with Southern Humboldt Community Hospital District for $250,000
- Change order for Correctional Facility Accessibility Improvement Project for $30,032.84
healthhousingpublic-healthordinancegovernment-administration
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (35 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-974 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-817 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-862 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-972 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-737 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-947 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-995 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-780 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-850 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-866 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-921 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-1011 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-956 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-954 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-828 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-710 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-855 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-772 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-871 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-880 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Jul 6, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt Planning Commission reviews cannabis permits and land adjustments
The commission is reviewing several land use applications, including cannabis cultivation permits in Bridgeville and Willow Creek. The agenda also includes a minor subdivision and a lot line adjustment on Babler Road to support the McKinleyville Community Forest. Some items were continued to future meeting dates.
- Conditional Use Permit for 30,000 square feet of cannabis cultivation in Bridgeville
- Lot Line and Zone Boundary Adjustment on Babler Road for the McKinleyville Community Forest
- Minor subdivision of an 8.12-acre parcel into three parcels in McKinleyville
- Special Permit for 32,500 square feet of new cannabis cultivation in Willow Creek
zoningcannabisland-usemckinleyvillebridgevillewillow-creek
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-984 — approved
5 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder absent · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell nay · Sarah West yea
23-992 — approved
4 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal nay · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder absent · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
The other 12 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jul 6, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis permits and PG&E vegetation maintenance
The Zoning Administrator will consider several applications including cannabis cultivation special permits and a coastal development permit for Pacific Gas & Electric. The agenda includes a recommendation to deny a zoning clearance certificate for Salmon Creek Farm, LLC due to unresolved violations.
- Denial of Zoning Clearance Certificate for Salmon Creek Farm, LLC (Ettersburg Area)
- Special Permit for Big Sun Farms, Inc. outdoor cannabis cultivation (New Harris area)
- Special Permit for Calcanna, LLC commercial cannabis cultivation (Garberville area)
- PG&E Vegetation Maintenance and Tree Removal Coastal Development Permit (Trinidad/Arcata areas)
zoningcannabisagricultureutilitiesenvironment
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Thu Jun 29, 2023 · 1:00 PM
Board of Supervisors
Implementation of Building Forward Library Infrastructure Grant for Arcata Library
The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to implement the Building Forward Library Infrastructure Grant for the Arcata Library. Additionally, Public Works will provide an update regarding the current status of the Ferndale Fairgrounds grandstands.
- Resolution to implement the Building Forward Library Infrastructure Grant for the Arcata Library
- Status update on the Ferndale Fairgrounds grandstands
libraryinfrastructurepublic worksarcataferndale
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-650 — approved
4 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-973 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
approved
4 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Jun 27, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board of Supervisors discusses aviation, agriculture, and personnel items
The Board is considering several aviation-related contracts and grants, including airport parking lot rehabilitation and tree removal. Other agenda items include agricultural licensing amendments, various commission appointments, and retirement resolutions.
- Aviation: $516,129 agreement with Armstrong Consultants, Inc. for airport parking lot rehabilitation
- Aviation: $604,300 FAA Airport Improvement Program grant offer acceptance
- Aviation: Up to $22,080 for tree cluster removal at Murray Field Airport (EKA)
- Agriculture: Amendment to Cannabis Cultivation Licensing Inspection Agreement
- Personnel: Retirement resolutions for Michael Richardson and Lieutenant Kevin Miller
aviationagriculturegovernment-personnelgrantscontracts
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-939 — approved
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 68 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jun 22, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis permit denials and quarry renewal
The meeting includes decisions on several cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, and distribution permit applications, with staff recommending denials for most. The agenda also covers a 15-year mining permit renewal for Baker Creek Quarry and a coastal development permit for an accessory dwelling unit.
- Denial of cannabis cultivation permits for Humboldt’s Finest 420 Collective and Repipeplus LLC
- Denial of cannabis facility permits for Lunularia, LLC in the Humboldt Bay Area Plan
- 15-year renewal of the Baker Creek Quarry mining permit
- Approval of a Coastal Development Permit for a 768 square foot ADU by Yurok Indian Housing Authority
- Denial of cannabis distribution and manufacturing permits for Humboldt Heritage
zoningcannabismininghousingcoastal-development
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Fri Jun 16, 2023 · 4:00 PM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors holds special meeting regarding existing litigation
The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting on June 16, 2023. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss existing litigation involving the case of Cathie Childs v. County of Humboldt, et al.
- Closed session discussion regarding Case No. 1:23-cv-02836-RMI (Cathie Childs v. County of Humboldt, et al.)
legallitigationgovernment-operations
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
Tue Jun 13, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Supervisors discuss aviation, health, and social service contracts
The Board of Supervisors is considering several departmental actions including aviation budget adjustments and fuel tank repairs. The agenda also includes professional services agreements for homelessness assistance, staff training, and school support services.
- Aviation supplemental budget of $180,000
- Garberville Airport fuel tank repair not to exceed $100,000
- Redwood Community Action Agency rental assistance agreement up to $326,673.87
- University of California, Davis training services agreement up to $197,625.00
- Sempervirens Psychiatric Health Facility kitchen range budget adjustment of $18,500
aviationbudgethealthhomelessnesssocial servicespublic health
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (26 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-740 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-796 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-719 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-739 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-786 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-824 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-834 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-853 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-693 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-818 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-729 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-753 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-761 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-741 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-724 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-742 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-730 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-645 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-733 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Mon Jun 12, 2023 · 1:30 PM
Board of Supervisors
Public hearing on Proposed County and Special District Budgets for FY 2023-24
The Board of Supervisors is conducting a public hearing regarding the proposed County Budget and Special District Budgets for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The session includes receiving testimony from the public and deliberating on the proposed spending plan. The Board will also act to approve budgets for special districts governed by the Board.
- Public hearing on Proposed County Budget and Special District Budgets for FY 2023-24
- Deliberation on the FY 2023-24 proposed spending plan
- Approval of fiscal year 2023-24 budgets for special districts governed by the Board
budgetpublic-hearingspecial-districtsfiscal-year-2023-24
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-830 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Jun 8, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Approval of water storage pond for Salmonid Restoration Federation
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing several permit applications, including cannabis cultivation and environmental restoration projects. The agenda includes decisions to deny three permits related to cannabis and approve a project for aquatic habitat improvement.
- Denial of permit for 29,500 square feet of cannabis cultivation at Eel River Valley Farms, LLC
- Denial of special permit for offsite processing for Palo Verde Sun Grown
- Denial of permit for 15,000 square feet of cannabis cultivation at Heaven Scent Farms, LLC
- Approval of a 5 million gallon water storage pond project in the Arcata area
zoningcannabiswaterhabitatarcata
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Jun 6, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers agreement to staff Psychiatric Health Facility with licensed personnel
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several departmental agreements, including a contract to provide clinicians and therapists for the Psychiatric Health Facility. The agenda also includes agricultural compliance contracts and a lease amendment for property in Eureka.
- Agreement to provide licensed personnel for the Psychiatric Health Facility
- Petroleum Products Compliance Contract ($4,725.00)
- Weighmaster Program Contract ($480.00)
- Resolution declaring July 8, 2023 as "Bigfoot Daze" in Willow Creek
- Lease amendment for property at 627 H Street, Eureka
healthcareagricultureappointmentsadministration
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-622 — approved as amended
4 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea
The other 28 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jun 1, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission discusses cannabis permits and land rezoning
The Planning Commission is reviewing several cannabis cultivation projects and a zone reclassification. Three cannabis-related projects are recommended for continuance to July 6, 2023, at the request of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
- Cali’s Finest Gardens, LLC: Conditional Use Permit for 30,000 sf outdoor cannabis cultivation in Bridgeville
- Peaksview, Inc.: Special Permit Modification for cannabis cultivation relocation in Harris Area
- New Earth Farms, LLC: Special Permit for 32,500 sf mixed-light cannabis cultivation in Willow Creek
- Enchanted Forest, LLC: Conditional Use Permit for 28,348 sf outdoor cannabis cultivation in Willow Creek
- Knapek Zone Reclassification: Rezoning of 115 acres from Agriculture Exclusive to Timberland Production Zone in Honeydew
cannabiszoningagricultureland-usewater-usage
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-752 — approved
5 yea · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jun 1, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis cultivation and residential permits
The Zoning Administrator will consider several special permit applications for cannabis cultivation in Myers Flat, New Harris, and Briceland. The agenda also includes a permit for a bed and breakfast in Elk River and a caretaker's residence in Carlotta.
- Special Permit: 9,080 sq ft cannabis cultivation in Myers Flat
- Special Permit: 6,300 sq ft cannabis cultivation in New Harris
- Special Permit: 6,000 sq ft mixed light cannabis cultivation in Briceland
- Special Permit: Bed and breakfast establishment in Elk River
- Conditional Use Permit: Caretaker's residence in Carlotta
zoningcannabisland-usehousingpermits
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue May 23, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $2.18 million contract for courthouse restroom ADA modifications
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items, including a major contract award for courthouse restroom accessibility upgrades. Other agenda items include funding commitments for elderly care expansion and grant agreements for public health initiatives.
- $2,185,849 contract award to Adams Commercial General Contracting, Inc. for courthouse restroom ADA modifications
- $150,000 funding commitment for the Aguilar Manor Community Care Expansion grant application
- $15,000 grant agreement with the American Academy of Pediatrics for gun safety and violence prevention
- Letter of support for SB 704 regarding offshore wind generation
- Software license amendment with Sherpa Government Solutions, LLC
budgetinfrastructurepublic-healthhuman-servicescontracts
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (36 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-723 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-651 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-656 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-662 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-698 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-704 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-731 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-595 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-629 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-659 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-701 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-663 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-682 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-488 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-642 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-634 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-142 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-626 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-699 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-644 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Mon May 22, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board discusses budget outlook and potential hiring freeze
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the FY 2023-24 budget outlook and additional requests for General Fund appropriations. Discussion includes a proposed moratorium on pay modifications and a freeze on hiring staff in the General Fund through the end of the fiscal year.
- Review of FY 2023-24 budget outlook
- Proposed moratorium on personnel actions to modify pay or reclassify positions
- Proposed freeze on hiring staff in the General Fund through FY 2023-24
- Discussion regarding deallocation of vacant Measure Z positions
- Direction for research on options to reduce the FY 2023-24 budget deficit
budgetgovernment-operationshiringpersonnelfiscal-year
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-687 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu May 18, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission discusses cannabis permits and event expansions
The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use items, including cannabis cultivation permits in the Honeydew area. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding permit modifications for music festivals at County Line Ranch.
- Benbow Properties, Inc. zoning reclassification (PLN-2021-17037)
- Rock and Sky, LLC General Plan Amendment and Zoning Reclassification (PLN-2021-17209)
- McKenny Zone Reclassification and Conditional Use Permit (PLN-2021-17439)
- Lost Creek Farms, LLC cannabis cultivation conditional use and special permits (PLN-10820-CUP & PLN-10821-CUP)
- Cooks Valley Events music festival permit modifications (PLN-2023-18107 & PLN-2023-18108)
zoningcannabisland-useeventspublic-hearings
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-671 — approved
5 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-675 — approved
5 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
Approval of the Consent Agenda — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West absent
23-669 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West absent
Thu May 18, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Humboldt County officials review RV park adjustments and gas line repairs
The Zoning Administrator will consider several coastal development permit requests. These include a lot line adjustment for Sounds of the Sea RV Park in Trinidad and gas line maintenance by PG&E. The agenda also includes a storage building modification in Ferndale and a septic system replacement in Arcata Bottoms.
- Lot line adjustment for Sounds of the Sea RV Park
- 1,600 square foot storage building modification in Ferndale
- PG&E gas line repair and maintenance in Humboldt Hill
- Septic system replacement in Arcata Bottoms
zoningcoastal-developmentutilitiesinfrastructure
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Mon May 15, 2023 · 1:00 PM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board of Supervisors begins department budget hearings
The Board of Supervisors is receiving staff reports regarding various county department presentations for Fiscal Year 2023-24. This item will continue to the next meeting on May 22, 2023.
- Informational County Department Reports for Fiscal Year 2023-24
budgetgovernment-operationsfiscal-year-2023-24
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-326 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu May 4, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission reviews cannabis permits and subdivision extensions
The Commission will consider several conditional use permits for commercial cannabis cultivation in the Dinsmore and Weott areas. Additionally, members will review a two-year extension for a subdivision project in the Arcata area.
- NorCal 420 Patient Collective, Inc. Conditional Use Permit for 32,100 square feet of cannabis cultivation
- Peach Tree LLC Conditional Use Permit for 6,800 square feet of outdoor and 6,800 square feet of mixed light cannabis cultivation
- Hornstein Final Map Subdivision Extension for a 75-acre parcel in the Arcata area
- Natures Jar, Inc. Special Permits for 7,914 square feet of outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation
- Humboldt Heritage Management LLC Conditional Use Permit (continued to date uncertain)
cannabiszoningland-usesubdivisionagriculture
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-603 — approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell nay · Sarah West yea
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu May 4, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews coastal permit modification and cannabis permit denial
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing a request to merge lots and build a 1,200 sq. ft. garage in Shelter Cove. The meeting also includes a proposal to deny a Conditional Use Permit for a cannabis cultivation operation in Willow Creek.
- Modification of Coastal Development Permit and Notice of Merger (APN 111-133-049)
- Proposed 1,200 sq. ft. detached garage/storage unit in Shelter Cove
- Denial of Conditional Use Permit for UGUUJ, LLC cannabis cultivation in Willow Creek
zoningcoastal developmentcannabisshelter covewillow creekland use
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue May 2, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board to consider $645,911 contract for McKinleyville Safe Routes to Schools project
The Board of Supervisors will review several land use applications and zoning reclassifications. The agenda includes approving grant funds for workforce development and a contract for school safety improvements. The Board will also certify recent fire protection district election results.
- $645,911 contract award for McKinleyville Safe Routes to Schools Project
- Supplemental budget approval for Employment and Training Administration grant
- MOU with Klamath-Trinity Joint Unified School District for student dental screenings
- Lot line adjustment and timber management plan for Moore property
- Agreement for region-wide Dial-A-Ride services through June 2024
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-619 — approved
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson nay · Natalie Arroyo nay · Steve Madrone yea
The other 20 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Apr 25, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses workforce RFPs and public health budgets
The Board of Supervisors is considering several supplemental budgets for Public Health, including funds for the California Home Visiting Program and Immunization Program. Additionally, the Board will review requests for workforce development program services and various local proclamations and appointments.
- Request for Proposals for Workforce Development Programs (WIOA Youth, Rapid Response, and Adult programming)
- $140,000 supplemental budget for Public Health ELC Enhancing Detection Expansion
- $147,130 supplemental budget for California Home Visiting Program
- $132,657 supplemental budget for Immunization Program
- $938,349 supplemental budget for Future of Public Health
budgetpublic-healthworkforce-developmentgovernment-administration
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (36 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-299 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-376 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-484 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-519 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-564 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-569 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-570 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-575 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-578 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-589 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-568 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-114 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-192 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-562 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-486 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-499 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-473 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-474 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-500 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-501 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Apr 20, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews cannabis cultivation permits and land subdivisions
The Planning Commission is reviewing several applications, including commercial cannabis cultivation permits in the Dinsmore, Weott, and Mayers Flat areas. The agenda also includes a denied conditional use permit for American Hospital Management Corp and a parcel map subdivision in Ferndale.
- NorCal 420 Patient Collective, Inc. conditional use permit for 32,100 square feet of cannabis cultivation
- Natures Jar, Inc. special permit for 7,300 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation
- Mayers Flat Farm, LLC special permit to expand cultivation to 41,300 square feet
- Denial of conditional use permit for American Hospital Management Corp in McKinleyville
- Ozanian Parcel Map Subdivision of 46.5 acres into three parcels in Ferndale
cannabiszoningland-useagriculturesubdivision
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-547 — recommended for approval
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
23-548 — recommended for approval
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
23-549 — recommended for approval
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
23-541 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
23-542 — approved
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
CONSENT AGENDA — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
23-551 — continued
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
23-543 — continued
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Brian Mitchell yea · Sarah West yea
Thu Apr 20, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Permit review for Trinidad water storage tank and pipeline replacement
The Zoning Administrator will review several applications regarding cannabis cultivation permits and land use. This includes approving special permits for Nava Ranch LLC and Redwood Resin, LLC, and reviewing denials for multiple conditional use permit requests. Additionally, the agenda includes a coastal development permit for the Trinidad water storage tank and pipeline replacement project.
- Special Permit for Nava Ranch LLC cannabis cultivation
- Denial of Conditional Use Permits for Hood Hippie Farms, ProWell, Jason Walker, and Austin Kessen & Randy Gilmore
- Zoning Clearance Certificate and Special Permit for Redwood Resin, LLC
- Coastal Development Permit for Trinidad Water Storage Tank and Pipeline Replacement Project
zoningcannabisinfrastructurecoastal-developmentland-use
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Apr 18, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board discusses social service agreements, budget requests, and infrastructure projects
The Board of Supervisors is considering several professional services agreements with the Redwood Community Action Agency regarding youth homelessness and foster youth support. Other items include a supplemental budget request for the Agricultural Commissioner and various proclamations.
- $15,313 supplemental budget request for Agriculture Department Noxious Weed Grant Funds
- Proclamation of National Crime Victims’ Right Week (April 23 - April 29, 2023)
- Approval of the 2023 Operating Budget for the Humboldt County Fair Association
- Agreement with Redwood Community Action Agency for youth rental assistance up to $143,849.74
- Agreement with Redwood Community Action Agency for foster youth supportive services up to $1,866,858
agriculturebudgethousinghuman-servicespublic-works
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-477 — approved as amended
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson nay · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone nay
The other 21 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Apr 6, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission discusses cannabis permits and street name changes
The Planning Commission will review several conditional use permits for cannabis cultivation in the Willow Creek and New Harris areas. The agenda also includes a proposed street name change and approval of previous action summaries.
- Street name change from Lake Benbow Drive to Benbow Inn Drive
- Conditional Use Permit for Healing Sun, LLC: 16,800 SF outdoor cannabis cultivation in Willow Creek
- Conditional Use Permit for Myers and Aquarian, LLC: 24,000 SF cannabis cultivation in New Harris
- Conditional Use Permit and Special Permit for Humboldt Kingz, LLC: 37,250 SF outdoor cannabis cultivation in New Harris
cannabiszoningagriculturewater-usageland-use
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-450 — approved
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-459 — approved
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-458 — approved
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-457 — approved
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-452 — approved
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-451 — approved
5 yea · 1 abstain
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder abstain · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-460 — approved
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-453 — continued
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-454 — continued
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-455 — continued
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
23-456 — denied
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
Approval of the Consent Agenda — approved
6 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell yea
Thu Apr 6, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator moves to deny 43,560 sq ft cannabis cultivation permit
The meeting includes decisions on several cannabis cultivation permits in the Miranda, Willow Creek, Dinsmore, and Orleans areas. The administrator is reviewing applications for special permits and conditional use permits, including proposed denials due to insufficient evidence. A coastal development permit for tree removal in Trinidad is also on the agenda.
- Denial of Humboldt Farm Boys Inc. Conditional Use Permit (43,560 sq ft)
- Denial of Alan Vang Special Permit (7,000 sq ft)
- Salmon Creek Farms, LLC Special Permits for 8,005 and 8,439 sq ft cultivation
- John Cabot Special Permit for 7,500 sq ft cultivation
- Coastal Development Permit for eucalyptus tree removal in Trinidad
zoningcannabispermitsland-usehumboldt-county
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Apr 4, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses economic development, airport lighting, and loans
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several supplemental budgets for economic development and workforce initiatives. The agenda also includes a loan for the Salyer Store and plans for airfield lighting improvements.
- Bid authorization for ACV Airfield Lighting System Improvements (Phase II)
- $288,305.84 supplemental budget for Workforce Development Board Breaking Barriers Initiative
- $44,000 supplemental budget for Redwood Region Entertainment and Education Liaisons, Inc.
- $31,500 supplemental budget for Civitas Advisors, Inc. tax record examination
- $320,000 Headwaters Fund Revolving Loan Fund loan to the Salyer Store
budgeteconomic-developmentaviationloansworkforce-development
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-476 — approved
3 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson nay · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
23-364 — approved as amended
3 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
The other 41 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Fri Mar 24, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors holds strategic planning workshop
The Board of Supervisors is conducting a special meeting for a strategic planning session. The purpose of the workshop is to continue the process of crafting long-term county planning and effective relationships.
- Strategic Planning Workshop
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BENBOW HISTORIC INN
Facilitated at the Village Center - KOA Campground
445 Lake Benbow Dr.
Garberville, CA 95542
Thu Mar 23, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors begins strategic planning workshop
The Board of Supervisors is conducting a strategic planning workshop to develop long-term county planning and relationships. This session is part of an ongoing process that continues on March 24, 2023.
- Strategic Planning Workshop at Benbow Historic Inn
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BENBOW HISTORIC INN
Facilitated at the Village Center - KOA Campground
445 Lake Benbow Dr.
Garberville, CA 95542
Tue Mar 21, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County considers participation in nationwide opioid litigation settlements
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several professional service agreements for aviation and agricultural programs. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding national opioid litigation settlements and various county proclamations. Additionally, the Board will consider budget adjustments for the Elections department.
- Resolution approving participation in nationwide opioid litigation settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens and Walmart
- $46,500 agreement with Armstrong Consultants, Inc. for an aviation feasibility study
- $22,172.81 contract with the California Department of Food and Agriculture for pest detection trapping
- $65,892 supplemental budget and $36,785 budget transfer for Elections
- MOU with the Superior Court regarding appointment and oversight of the Chief Probation Officer
opioid-settlementaviationbudgetelectionsprobationpublic-health
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-331 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 41 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Mar 16, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis cultivation permits and a recycling center
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing several applications for cannabis cultivation in the Miranda, Petrolia, Fortuna, Honeydew, and Glendale areas. The agenda also includes a permit for a CRV recycling center in Redway.
- Approval of Salmon Creek Farms, LLC special permits for outdoor cannabis cultivation in Miranda
- Denial of Lost Coast Ranch, Inc. application for 88,000 square feet of cannabis cultivation in Petrolia
- Denial of Honeydew Creek Farms, LLC permit for indoor cannabis cultivation and manufacturing in Fortuna
- Denial of Geovany Silva's special permit for cannabis cultivation in Honeydew
- Approval of Hambro CRV Recycling Center conditional use permit in Redway
zoningcannabisland-userecyclinghumboldt-county
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Mar 14, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses courthouse ADA upgrades and hydrologic studies
The Board of Supervisors is considering several infrastructure and personnel items. These include bid authorizations for courthouse restroom and entrance accessibility modifications, a professional services agreement for well studies, and storm damage repairs on Monument Road.
- Bid authorization for Humboldt County Courthouse Restrooms ADA Modification Project
- Bid authorization for Humboldt County Courthouse Fourth Street ADA Modification Project
- Hydrologic studies on wells in three to five sub watersheds via LACO Associates ($289,500)
- Storm damage repair to Monument Road at Post Mile 0.00
- Reclassification of Psychiatric Nurse positions to Behavioral Health Nurse I/II
zoninginfrastructurepublic workshealthgovernment-operations
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (20 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-175 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-332 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-246 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-247 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
22-1750 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-309 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-195 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-14 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-146 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-234 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-248 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-249 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-241 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-298 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-307 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-132 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-236 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-330 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-334 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved Consent Calendar
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Mar 7, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses drought emergency and various budget transfers
The Board of Supervisors is considering several administrative actions, including extending a local drought emergency through April 4, 2023. The agenda includes multiple appropriation transfers for indigent defense, earthquake recovery services, and personnel hour extensions.
- Reauthorization of the local emergency due to drought through April 4, 2023
- $260,000 and $466,000 appropriation transfers for indigent defense expenses
- $250,000 Memorandum of Understanding with McLean Foundation for earthquake recovery
- Grant application increase for Humboldt Bay Area Plan from $100,000 to $500,000
- Extension of extra-help hours for various county staff positions
budgetemergency-managementpublic-healthgovernment-administrationhousing
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-112 — approved
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson nay · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 23 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Fri Mar 3, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board of Supervisors holds strategic planning workshop
This special meeting is a strategic planning workshop. The Board will engage in sessions focused on long-term county planning and crafting effective relationships.
- Strategic planning workshop for long-term county planning
strategic-planningcounty-governmenthumboldt-county
TRINIDAD CITY HALL
409 TRINITY STREET
TRINIDAD, CA 95570
Thu Mar 2, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission discusses cannabis cultivation permits
The Commission will review several requests for commercial cannabis cultivation, including outdoor and mixed-light operations. Items include special permits for water diversion and work within Streamside Management Areas.
- Punta Canna, LLC: Conditional Use Permit and Special Permit for 19,500 SF of outdoor cultivation in the Alderpoint area
- Merry Whether Farms, LLC: Special Permits for 9,950 SF of outdoor cannabis cultivation in the Whitethorn area
- Fantastic Gardens, LLC (11795): Zoning Clearance Certificate and Special Permit for 3,792 SF of mixed-light cultivation in the Dinsmore area
- Fantastic Gardens, LLC (11797): Conditional Use Permit and Special Permit for 10,000 SF of cannabis cultivation in the Dinsmore area
cannabiszoningwater-usageland-useagriculture
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-268 — approved
4 yea · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill nay · Brian Mitchell yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Mar 2, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis cultivation permits and land boundary adjustments
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing several applications for cannabis cultivation permits and coastal development permits. These include requests for outdoor and indoor cultivation in Ettersburg, Dinsmore, and McKinleyville. The agenda also includes proposals for land boundary adjustments in the McKinleyville and Ferndale areas.
- Cannabis cultivation special permits for Humboldt Natural Collective in Ettersburg
- Cannabis cultivation special permits for MR Hilltop Buds in Dinsmore
- Indoor cannabis cultivation special permit for Austin Gomm in McKinleyville
- Coastal development permit and lot line adjustment for Slagle in McKinleyville
- Coastal development permit and lot line adjustment for Giaimo in Ferndale
zoningcannabisland-usecoastal-developmentpermitsagriculture
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Feb 28, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board of Supervisors meets on February 28, 2023
The Board of Supervisors is considering several administrative actions including appointments, contract awards, and a resolution to end the local COVID-19 health emergency. Key items include a construction bid for the Clark Complex and various public health service agreements.
- Award $346,012.00 bid to Adams Commercial General Contracting, Inc. for Clark Complex ADA Modification Project
- Resolution to proclaim the termination of the local COVID-19 health emergency
- Professional services agreement with Casa Serenity, Inc. for residential mental health treatment
- State Standard Agreement with California Department of Parks and Recreation for tick testing services
- Master Service Agreement with Babcock Laboratories, Inc. for water testing services
government-administrationpublic-healthconstructionmental-healthcovid-19
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (35 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-134 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-194 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-231 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-232 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-238 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-159 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-196 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-252 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-39 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-149 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-245 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-124 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-136 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-150 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-170 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-168 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-169 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-240 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-152 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-141 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Feb 16, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews 45-lot residential subdivision in McKinleyville area
The Planning Commission is reviewing applications for cannabis cultivation permits and a 45-lot residential subdivision. The commission also addressed routine items, such as authorizing remote teleconference meetings. One application regarding Punta Canna, LLC was continued to the March 2, 2023 meeting.
- Final Map Subdivision for 45 residential lots in the McKinleyville area
- Conditional Use Permit for Bridgeville Organic Pharms, LLC cannabis cultivation
- Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings via AB-361
- Continuation of Punta Canna, LLC permit application to March 2, 2023
- Conditional Use Propose for Georgi Aleksandrov cannabis cultivation
zoninghousingcannabisland-usemckinleyville
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
Thu Feb 16, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews battery energy storage system modification in Fairhaven
The Zoning Administrator will consider a modification for a battery energy storage system in the Fairhaven area. The agenda also includes decisions on several cannabis cultivation permits and coastal development permits.
- Modification of permit for Broad Reach Power, LLC Battery Energy Storage System
- Denial of cannabis cultivation permit for Abbey Road Farming, LLC
- Denial of cannabis cultivation permit for Forever Loving Humboldt Cooperative
- Denial of cannabis cultivation permit for Jonah Hunter
- Coastal Development Permit for a single-family residence in Shelter Cove
zoningcannabisenergycoastal-developmentland-use
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Feb 7, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board reauthorizes local drought emergency and remote meeting protocols
The Board of Supervisors is considering the continuation of a local drought emergency and remote meeting authorizations through March 2023. The agenda also includes housing incentive programs and several commission appointments.
- Reauthorizing local drought emergency through March 7, 2023
- Increasing Shaw HR Consulting agreement from $150,000 to $200,000
- Accepting a $4,000 donation from AAA for car seat checkup events
- Approving funding allocations for the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program
- Appointing members to the Human Rights and Fish and Game Advisory Commissions
droughthousinghealthappointmentsbudget
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-116 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson nay · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-129 — approved as amended
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-90 — approved as amended
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson nay · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone nay
The other 34 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Feb 7, 2023 · 8:30 AM
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will welcome California State Treasurer Fiona Ma
This special meeting of the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors contains one substantive agenda item. The Board will officially welcome California State Treasurer Fiona Ma.
- Welcome California State Treasurer Fiona Ma (Item 23-176)
governmentspecial-meetingcalifornia
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
Tue Jan 31, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Highway safety project contract award and building code updates
The Board of Supervisors is considering several items including road safety improvements and building code amendments. The meeting also includes discussions on substance use prevention and local park conservation.
- Awarding the Redway Drive/Redwood Drive Highway Safety Improvement Project contract for $279,859.60
- Ratifying a $10,870.37 change order for the Garberville Public Health ADA Modification Project
- Adopting an ordinance to incorporate the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance into the building code
- Approving a memorandum of understanding with Humboldt Allies for Substance Use Prevention
- Authorizing road closures for the Avenue of the Giants Marathon on May 7, 2023
roadsinfrastructurezoningpublic-healthwater-conservationcontracts
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
22-1658 — approved
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
23-37 — approved
3 yea · 1 nay · 1 abstain
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell abstain · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 15 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jan 24, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Adoption of the 2023 Legislative Platform
The Board is reviewing and adopting the 2023 Legislative Platform, which includes advocacy for the Richardson Grove Improvement Project. The agenda also includes approving a software agreement with JUMP Technology Services and an MOU with Habitat for Humanity regarding disaster recovery.
- Adoption of the 2023 Legislative Platform
- Software license agreement with JUMP Technology Services, LLC
- Memorandum of Understanding with Habitat for Humanity Yuba/Sutter, Inc.
- Approval of plans and specifications for the Humboldt Bay Trail South Project
- Final payments for Bridge Preventive Maintenance Projects ($375 per project)
legislative-platformhousingpublic-workstechnologydisaster-recoverycommunity-safety
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-26 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-45 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-24 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-25 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-28 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-29 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-40 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-43 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-49 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-81 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-105 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
22-1758 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
22-1752 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-44 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
22-1748 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-86 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-22 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
23-35 — received and filed
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
22-1810 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
22-1706 — approved
5 yea
Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea · Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea
Thu Jan 19, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission reviews cannabis permits and a Eureka subdivision
The Planning Commission is reviewing several applications for cannabis cultivation permits in the Willow Creek, Alderpoint, and Whitethorn areas. The agenda also includes a proposal to subdivide a parcel on Quaker Street in Eureka. One application for Bridgeville Organic Pharms, LLC was recommended to be continued to February 16, 2023.
- Willow Creek Ventures, LLC outdoor cannabis cultivation permit
- Minor subdivision and Coastal Development Permit for 1780 Quaker St, Eureka
- Punta Canna, LLC conditional use and special permit in Alderpoint
- Georgi Aleksandrov cannabis cultivation and special permit in Whitethorn
cannabiszoningland-useeurekawillow-creek
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-63 — adopted
6 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Brian Mitchell yea · Lonyx Landry absent · Melanie McCavour yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Thomas Mulder nay · Thomas Mulder yea
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jan 19, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis permits and coastal development applications
The Humboldt County Zoning Administrator is reviewing several land use applications, including cannabis cultivation permits and coastal development permits. The agenda includes a recommended denial for one cannabis project and approvals for residential construction in McKinleyville, Myrtletown, and Arcata. One application for the Whitethorn area will be continued to an uncertain date.
- Denial of Special Permit for Humboldt Moonrise, LLC cannabis cultivation
- Coastal Development Permit for GW Construction residence remodel in McKinleyville
- Coastal Development Permit and Lot Line Adjustment for Jackson in Myrtletown
- Coastal Development Permit for new Hornsby residence in Arcata
- Continuation of Dimitrov cannabis cultivation application in Whitethorn
zoningcannabiscoastal-developmenthousingland-use
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Jan 17, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Ratification of local emergency proclamation for winter storm damage
The Board of Supervisors met to consider ratifying a local emergency proclamation following winter storms that began on January 3, 2023. These storms resulted in downed trees, utility disruptions, and damage to roads and homes.
- Ratification of Local Emergency Proclamation regarding winter storm events (Item 23-52)
emergencyweathersherifflocal-government
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-52 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Jan 10, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $370,466 supplemental budget for Social Services technology funding
The Board of Supervisors will consider a supplemental budget for Social Services technology funding and the continuation of local drought and teleconferencing emergencies. The agenda also includes appointments to county commissions and approval of legislative advocacy contracts.
- $370,466 supplemental budget for Social Services technology funding
- Continuation of local emergency due to drought through February 7, 2023
- $4,935 budget transfer for Veterans Buildings stipend increases
- Legislative advocacy contracts with Shaw Yoder and Paragon Government Relations
- Preliminary analysis for an advanced energy development project
budgetsocial-servicesdroughtappointmentsenergy
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
22-1657 — approved as amended
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
22-1712 — approved as amended
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
22-1781 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 37 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jan 5, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews several cannabis cultivation permit applications
The Humboldt County Planning Commission is considering multiple conditional use permits for cannabis cultivation. The agenda includes recommendations to approve Denali Farm LLC and Earthgreen Cali Farms, and to deny Enchanted Springs Inc. One application for Willow Creek Ventures, LLC will be continued to January 19, 2023.
- Approval of Denali Farm LLC cannabis cultivation permit
- Approval of Earthgreen Cali Farms cannabis cultivation permit
- Denial of Enchanted Springs Inc. cannabis cultivation permit
- Continuation of Willow Creek Ventures, LLC permit application
cannabiszoningland-usepermitsagriculture
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
Thu Jan 5, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis cultivation and processing permits
The meeting includes decisions on several cannabis-related land use permits in Humboldt County. This includes a denial for a processing facility in Willow Creek and approvals for outdoor cultivation in Alderpoint. One application for the Whitethorn area was continued to a future date.
- Denial of Special Permit for Enchanted Springs Inc. cannabis processing in Willow Creek
- Approval of two Special Permits for Chad Mussey cannabis cultivation in Alderpoint
- Continuation of Dimitrov zoning clearance and special permit application to January 19, 2023
- Adoption of resolution for remote teleconference meetings through February 4, 2023
cannabiszoningland-usepermits
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501