Humboldt County public meetings in 2024
67 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Thu Dec 19, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review cannabis permits and a substandard housing appeal
The Planning Commission will consider several conditional use permits for cannabis cultivation and processing. Additionally, the body will convene as the Building Appeals Board to hear a challenge to a substandard housing order.
- Humboldt Heritage Farm Management, LLC: CUP for 20,400 sq ft of outdoor cultivation in Ettersburg
- Mystic Mountain Farms, LLC: CUP for 15,289 sq ft of cannabis cultivation in Blocksburg
- Organic Liberty CA, LLC: CUP modification to expand cultivation to ±4 acres and add 11,700 sq ft of buildings in Willow Creek
- Building Code Appeal: Challenge by Lucas K. Bode and Katie Rockey regarding a Notice and Order of Substandard Housing and Order to Vacate
- Approval of the November 21, 2024, Action Summary
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825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-5 — continued
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
25-4 — approved as amended
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
CONSENT AGENDA VOTE: — approved
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
Thu Dec 19, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator denies 26 cannabis permit applications
The Zoning Administrator will adopt resolutions that deny a total of 26 cannabis permit applications because the applicants did not provide sufficient information. The consent calendar also includes denial of fifteen cannabis permit applications and denial of ten conditional use permits and five special permits. The board will consider approval of a special permit for Sunshine Meadows, LLC to operate outdoor cannabis cultivation on a 4,000‑sq‑ft existing and 6,000‑sq‑ft new greenhouse in the Whitethorn area. The meeting provides for public comment and includes standard agenda items such as call to order and adjournment.
- Denial of fifteen cannabis permit applications (APNs 221-111-004, 221-141-037, 222-083-005, etc.)
- Denial of ten conditional use permits and five special permits (record numbers PLN-12009-CUP, PLN-11008-SP, PLN-10542-CUP, etc.)
- Denial of twenty‑six cannabis permit applications (APNs 511-301-005, 216-381-034, 212-151-009, etc.)
- Approval of a special permit for Sunshine Meadows, LLC (APN 220-171-001-000) for outdoor cannabis cultivation in the Whitethorn area
- Adoption of resolutions (Attachments 1‑30) to implement the denials and the special permit approval
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Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board approves agreements for tax administration and fraud programs
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will consider approving agreements with the California Department of Tax & Fee Administration to implement a local transactions and use tax, as well as resolutions to accept grant funding for workers' and automobile insurance fraud programs. The meeting will also include routine items such as the approval of a petroleum property appraisal agreement and the authorization of new leadership for 2025.
- Agreement with Harold W. Bertholf, Inc. for $42,500 for Petroleum Property Appraisal Services
- Agreements with California Department of Tax & Fee Administration to administer Measure O
- Resolution accepting grant funding for Workers' Compensation Insurance Fraud Program
- Resolution accepting grant funding for Automobile Insurance Fraud Program
- Resolution authorizing new Chair Michelle Bushnell and Vice-Chair Mike Wilson for 2025
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (32 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1600 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
25-45 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1524 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
25-33 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
25-42 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
25-43 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1652 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1664 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1661 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1630 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1628 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1637 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
25-46 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
25-47 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1602 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
25-21 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1640 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1604 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1618 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1619 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board to consider economic grants and tax exchange agreement
The Board of Supervisors will review several funding requests for economic development and a property tax revenue exchange with the Arcata Fire Protection District. The meeting also includes the certification of the November 5, 2024, General Election results.
- Secured property tax revenue exchange agreement with the Arcata Fire Protection District
- Supplemental budget of $250,000 for Economic Development via Amalgamated Charitable Foundation
- Contract award to Thomas P. Miller & Associates for Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies and $68,000 supplemental budget
- Application for $600,000 state grant for Project Trellis Local Equity Program with a $100,000 General Fund match
- Certification of the November 5, 2024, General Election results
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (33 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1629 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1667 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
25-10 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1006 — continued
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1539 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1599 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1603 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1559 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1598 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1581 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1007 — continued
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1521 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1419 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1428 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1565 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1577 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1582 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1596 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1597 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1601 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Dec 5, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to approve PG&E vegetation permits for Orick‑to‑Fields
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes three Pacific Gas & Electric vegetation management permits (Record Numbers PLN-2024-19052, PLN-2023-18263, PLN-2024-18999). Each permit seeks a Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit to remove trees and brush along 12‑kV distribution lines in the Orick, Big Lagoon, Trinidad, and Arcata areas. The agenda also contains a Conditional Use Permit for Tierra Verde Holdings to operate a 16,650‑sq‑ft outdoor cannabis cultivation site in the New Harris area. Public comment on non‑agenda items will be offered before the consent agenda is voted on.
- PG&E – PLN-2024-19052: removal of 80 trees at 75 locations along the Essex Junction‑Orick 60 kV line
- PG&E – PLN-2023-18263: removal of 27 trees at 27 locations along 12 kV lines in Orick, Big Lagoon, Trinidad, and Arcata
- PG&E – PLN-2024-18999: vegetation management at 106 work areas, 88 tree removals and 125 brush removals between south Eureka and Orick
- Tierra Verde Holdings – PLN-11694-CUP: Conditional Use Permit for 16,650 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation with 1,500 sq ft ancillary nursery
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825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1648 — denied
5 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder nay · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane absent
24-1650 — approved
5 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal nay · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane absent
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Dec 3, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Consent calendar: $4.27M mental health contract, crisis triage center funding
The Board of Supervisors will consider the consent calendar, which includes several notable items: a $4,270,500 mental health services agreement with Willow Glen Care Center, a memorandum of understanding for behavioral health crisis triage center funding, voting system grant extensions, and a nuisance abatement assessment. Also on the consent calendar are proclamations, hiring freeze exceptions, and ambulance permit renewal.
- Approval of $4,270,500 mental health organizational provider services agreement with Willow Glen Care Center for specialty mental health services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries.
- Approval of MOU with American Hospital Management Corporation for transfer of $500,000 match funding for construction of Behavioral Health Crisis Triage Center (4/5 vote required).
- Adoption of resolution to extend grant funding of $151,766 for voting system replacement (4/5 vote required).
- Adoption of resolution to extend $162,723 in HAVA federal funds for election compliance (4/5 vote required).
- Summary approval of $180,756.90 nuisance abatement assessment on property at 2225 Walker Ave, McKinleyville.
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (28 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1548 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1606 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1607 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1593 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1612 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1636 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1639 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1574 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1621 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1557 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1547 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1434 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1301 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1506 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1520 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1528 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1558 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1561 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1562 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1573 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Nov 21, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Denial of 14 cannabis permit applications and other items on Zoning Administrator agenda
The Humboldt County Zoning Administrator will meet to consider a consent calendar item denying 14 cannabis permit applications due to insufficient information. Other items include denials of a cannabis dispensary and two cultivation operations, approval of a coastal development permit for the Westhaven Community Services District water intertie project, and approval of a coastal development permit for a residence in Shelter Cove with tree removal. The meeting is hybrid with public comment options via Zoom or phone.
- Denial of 14 cannabis permit applications on consent calendar (APNs listed)
- Denial of So Hum Sun Grown conditional use permit for a cannabis dispensary in Garberville area
- Denial of Ericson Pride conditional use permit for outdoor cannabis cultivation in Orleans area
- Denial of Greenfield Family Farms conditional use permit for cannabis cultivation in Alderpoint area
- Approval of Westhaven Community Services District coastal development permit for emergency intertie project
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Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board sets Dec. 17 public hearing on county fee updates
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will consider scheduling a public hearing for December 17 to adopt an ordinance updating the County Schedule of Fees and Charges. The consent calendar also includes a $1,000,348 supplemental budget for the Headwaters Fund Revolving Loan Fund, authorization of a 5% salary increase for the acting Director of Aviation, addition of 14 classifications to the DHHS hiring freeze exemption list, and acceptance of completed road projects with change orders.
- Set public hearing for adoption of fee updates ordinance on Dec. 17, 2024
- Supplemental budget of $1,000,348 for Headwaters Fund Revolving Loan Fund
- Authorize 5% base salary increase for Karen Clower while acting as Director of Aviation
- Add 14 classifications to DHHS hiring freeze exemption list
- Accept completed Measure Z road projects (Humboldt Hill, Ridgewood, etc.) and ratify change orders
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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.
24-1504 — approved as amended
3 yea · 1 nay · 1 abstain
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell abstain · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 22 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Nov 7, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator to consider denial of Greentech cannabis CUP
The Humboldt County Zoning Administrator will hold a regular meeting on November 7, 2024, with a consent calendar containing several cannabis cultivation permit approvals and one denial. Items include special permits and zoning clearance certificates for existing cannabis operations in Blocksburg, Bridgeville, Ettersburg, and Dinsmore. The board will also consider a conditional use permit denial for Greentech Industry in the Redway area.
- Native Humboldt Farm: Zoning Clearance Certificate and Special Permit for 5,000 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation with water storage increase to 39,500 gallons (Blocksburg area).
- Larabee Farm, LLC: Special Permit for 9,000 sq ft mixed light cannabis cultivation and a lot line adjustment (Bridgeville area).
- CannaDreams, LLC: Special Permits for 9,500 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation, reduction of setbacks to BLM land, and streamside management area (Ettersburg area).
- Hogan: Special Permit for 5,325 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation with a condition to convert to renewable power by Jan 1, 2026 (Dinsmore area).
- Greentech Industry, Inc.: DENIAL of a Conditional Use Permit for 13,150 sq ft of cannabis cultivation (Redway area).
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Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Thu Nov 7, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt Planning Commission to vote on cannabis and solar projects
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will meet to consider approving several cannabis cultivation permits and a modification to a solar energy project. The agenda includes public hearings on cannabis cultivation in the Kneeland area and a consent agenda item for a solar project in the Arcata area.
- Review and approval of October 03, 2024, Action Summary
- Conditional Use Permit for MIB 2, LLC cannabis cultivation (Miranda Area)
- Conditional Use Permit for Showers Pass Farms LLC cannabis cultivation (Kneeland)
- Conditional Use Permit Modification for Renewable America, LLC solar project (Arcata)
- Conditional Use Permit and Special Permit for Ten Redwoods LLC cannabis cultivation (Dinsmore Area)
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825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1545 — approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West nay · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
24-1551 — continued
6 yea · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Nov 5, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $1.29 million contract for skilled nursing and mental health services
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several professional services agreements and budget resolutions. Key items include healthcare contracts, aviation recruitment, and the establishment of fiscal year 2024-2025 appropriations limits.
- Contract with RG Legacy II, LLC for residential skilled nursing and mental health services up to $1,294,760
- Agreement with Redwood Community Action Agency for housing assistance and case management up to $551,047
- Agreement with Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District for youth cannabis education of $196,341
- Professional services agreement with ADK Consulting, Inc. for Director of Aviation recruitment of $43,989
- Cooperative Agreement No. 24-0388-024-SF for Sudden Oak Mortality Regulatory Program of $31,691.49
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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.
24-1483 — approved as amended
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 20 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Oct 29, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board approves $2 million loan to Southern Humboldt Community Health Care District
The Board will vote to approve a $2 million participation loan, including up to $800,000 from the Headwaters Fund Revolving Loan Fund, to the Southern Humboldt Community Health Care District. It will also adopt a $1.2 million supplemental budget for the Headwaters Community Investment Fund and a $41,307 supplemental budget for the Auditor‑Controller’s office. Additional actions include a $551,550 professional services agreement with Feather House Sober Living for low‑barrier housing and a memorandum of understanding with Partnership HealthPlan of California to coordinate mental health services.
- Approve up to $800,000 loan (part of $2 M total) to Southern Humboldt Community Health Care District via Headwaters Fund
- Approve $1,200,000 supplemental budget for the Headwaters Community Investment Fund
- Approve $41,307 supplemental budget and accept completion of Auditor‑Controller Office Tenant Improvement Project (Project 2023‑101)
- Approve $551,550 professional services agreement with Feather House Sober Living for low‑barrier social model housing
- Approve MOU with Partnership HealthPlan of California to coordinate mental health services in Humboldt County
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1476 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1391 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1480 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1498 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1397 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1446 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1488 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1422 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1425 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1440 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1453 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1478 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1459 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1464 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1481 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1482 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell absent · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers ambulance fee increases and public health budget updates
The Board of Supervisors will review requests to increase ambulance fees in Northwestern Humboldt County and approve several ambulance operating permits. The meeting includes votes on supplemental budgets for the WIC program and brownfield remediation, as well as a hiring freeze exception for the Public Defender's office.
- Proposed billing rate increase for ambulance services in Service Area 1 (Northwestern Humboldt County)
- Supplemental budget of $72,320 for the Public Health Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
- Supplemental budget of $210,000 and consultant agreement with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for brownfield remediation
- Exception to the FY 2024-25 hiring freeze for 1.0 FTE Deputy Public Defender
- Renewal of ambulance operating permits for Southern Trinity Area Rescue, Arcata-Mad River Ambulance, and City Ambulance of Eureka
public-healthemergency-servicesbudgetpublic-workspublic-defender
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.
24-1353 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1423 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1424 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1432 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1433 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1435 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1380 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1390 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1392 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1413 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1414 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1415 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1362 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1382 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1220 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1339 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1364 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1401 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1405 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1406 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Oct 1, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board to adopt ordinances allowing commercial‑residential uses in unincorporated zones
The Board of Supervisors will consider a package of two ordinances that amend the county zoning code to permit commercial‑residential development in certain non‑residential zones and update rules on fences, family definition, mini‑storages, and multifamily unit counts in inland and coastal unincorporated areas. The agenda also includes a resolution setting tax rates for fiscal year 2024‑25, approval of a $440 farmer’s market inspection contract, and a $37,745 change order for ADA compliance work at the Fourth Street courthouse. Additional items are a $27,925 supplemental budget for the motor‑pool reserve and an exception to the hiring freeze for a clinical psychologist position.
- Adoption of two ordinances amending the zoning code for commercial‑residential uses in inland and coastal unincorporated zones
- Approval of Cooperative Agreement No. 24-0017-000-SA, Certified Farmer’s Market Inspection Contract for $440
- Resolution setting tax rates for fiscal year 2024‑25
- Change order authorizing $37,745 supplemental budget for ADA compliance project at the Fourth Street courthouse
- Supplemental budget of $27,925 for the motor‑pool reserve for FY 2024‑25
zoningbudgettaxcontractsada
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1352 — approved as amended
3 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
The other 18 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $1.2 million fund transfer from Public Health to Social Services
The Board of Supervisors will review several budget adjustments and fund transfers for the 2023-24 fiscal year. Key items include a significant realignment of state funds and the assignment of county buildings for ADA compliance and child support services.
- Transfer of $1,203,414 in 1991 Realignment funds from Public Health to Social Services
- Assignment of 803 4th Street to the ADA Compliance Team and former Drug Court space to Child Support Services
- Pest Detection Trapping Contract with California Department of Food and Agriculture for $21,988
- Appropriation transfer of $540,415 for the ADA Compliance Budget
- Master services agreement with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for external audit services (FY 2022-23 through 2024-25)
budgetpublic-healthsocial-servicesada-compliancegovernment-operations
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.
24-1334 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1174 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1342 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1224 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1356 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1358 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1371 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1385 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-943 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1309 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1370 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1357 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1318 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1326 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1346 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1347 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1348 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1335 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-1242 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
24-940 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Sep 19, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider BMX park and multiple land use extensions
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will review a consent agenda of recent action summaries and then consider several project approvals. Items include a General Plan Conformance Review for a BMX track and park in McKinleyville, extensions of a lot line adjustment and conditional use permit for a mini‑storage center, a final map subdivision extension, a minor subdivision and planned development permit extension, and a conditional use permit modification increasing irrigation water use. Each item will be adopted by resolution if approved.
- BMX track and park General Plan Conformance Review (APN 508-242-043)
- Lot Line Adjustment and Conditional Use Permit Extension for mini‑storage (APNs 015-111-006, 015-111-012, 015-111-013)
- Final Map Subdivision Extension (APN 510-193-039)
- Minor Subdivision and Planned Development Permit Extension (APN 509-061-025)
- Conditional Use Permit modification to increase irrigation water use (APN 201-311-016)
zoningplanningdevelopmentrecreationwatersubdivision
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1293 — continued
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
24-1292 — continued
5 yea · 2 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane absent
24-1289 — approved with conditions
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
24-1287 — approved with conditions
5 yea · 1 absent · 1 abstain
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane abstain
24-1343 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
CONSENT AGENDA VOTE: — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy absent · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
Thu Sep 19, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator to consider fiber optic expansion and quarry permit renewal
The Zoning Administrator will review a Coastal Development Permit for broadband expansion and a 15-year extension for aggregate extraction. The body will also consider a setback variance for a residence and barn in Loleta.
- 15-year extension of the Reclamation Plan for Eureka Ready Mix in-stream operations at Emmerson Bar
- Coastal Development Permit for Vero Fiber Networks to install 2.9 miles of fiber optic cable in McKinleyville and Westhaven
- Variance request to reduce a side setback from 5 feet to 3 feet for a residence and barn in Loleta (APN 308-141-017)
zoningbroadbandminingcoastal-developmentvariances
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Mon Sep 16, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors holds special meeting for personnel matter
The Board of Supervisors is convening a special meeting. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss the discipline, dismissal, and/or release of a public employee.
- Closed session regarding discipline, dismissal and/or release of a public employee (Item 24-1366)
personnelclosed-session
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board to approve $883,043 FAA grant for ACV taxiway redesign
The Board will adopt several resolutions authorizing the County Department of Aviation to accept FAA Airport Improvement Program grants for multiple airport projects, including a $883,043 grant for redesigning Taxiway A at California Redwood Coast‑Humboldt County Airport. It will also award a $178,696.35 construction contract for Garberville Airport runway rehabilitation and adopt proclamations for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and Constitution Week. Additional items include certification of the Orleans‑Somes Bar Community Wildfire Protection Plan and routine administrative actions.
- Approve $883,043 FAA AIP grant for ACV Taxiway A design (Resolution 24-1295).
- Approve $247,037 FAA AIP grant and award $178,696.35 contract to C.R. Contracting for Garberville Airport runway, taxiway, and apron rehabilitation (Resolution 24-1276).
- Approve $404,489 FAA AIP grant for ACV Terminal Aircraft Parking Apron design (Resolution 24-1296).
- Approve $359,275 FAA AIP grant for Rohnerville Airport Runway 11/29 design (Resolution 24-1324).
- Adopt proclamations for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and Constitution Week; certify Orleans‑Somes Bar Community Wildfire Protection Plan.
aviationgrantsairport-infrastructureproclamationswildfirevacancies
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (30 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1271 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1273 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1312 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1314 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1317 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1322 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1270 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1235 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1240 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1263 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1193 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1216 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1234 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1237 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1241 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1252 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1067 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1253 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1262 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1276 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Aug 27, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $334,615 supplemental budget for Sheriff's NorCal Coalition
The Board of Supervisors will discuss a supplemental budget and new staff positions for the Sheriff's Office. The meeting includes several retirement resolutions, proclamations, and closed-session legal conferences regarding existing litigation.
- Supplemental budget of $334,615 for the HCSO NorCal Coalition (4/5 vote required)
- Allocation of 1.0 FTE Program Coordinator and 1.0 FTE Sheriff's Public Information Specialist
- HCSO Law Enforcement Services Agreement for Special Events template approval
- Hiring freeze exceptions for 1.0 FTE Executive Secretary and 1.0 FTE Administrative Secretary
- Appointment consideration for the Shelter Cover Resort Improvement District
budgetsheriffpersonnellegalappointments
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1243 — approved
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo nay · Steve Madrone yea
The other 19 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Aug 15, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator to consider cannabis cultivation permits
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing two special permit requests for commercial cannabis cultivation. The body will determine if these projects comply with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
- Lizard Ranch Farms LLC: Special Permit for 9,325 square feet of existing outdoor cannabis cultivation in the Dinsmore area
- Whipsawasons, LLC: Special Permit to add 8,400 square feet of cannabis cultivation in the Blocksburg area
zoningcannabisland-usepermits
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Aug 13, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers homelessness services contract and IT support agreement
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several professional services agreements, including support for individuals experiencing homelessness and technological services. The meeting also includes votes on agricultural program contracts and the adoption of a voluntary separation incentive program for FY 2024-25.
- Professional services agreement with Arcata House Partnership for homelessness services not to exceed $332,210.67
- Professional services agreement with Development Group, Inc. for technological support not to exceed $115,942.68
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Voluntary Separation Incentive Program and designation list
- Agricultural contracts with CDFA for Organic Inspection ($6,010), Nursery Inspection ($2,003), and Pierce’s Disease Control ($9,319.38)
- Resolution authorizing road closures for the inaugural Southern Humboldt Classic Car Show
homelessnessit-servicesagriculturepersonnelroad-closures
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (34 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1066 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1100 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1187 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1138 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1135 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1188 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1189 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1091 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1211 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1064 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1099 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1165 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1173 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1111 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1113 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1145 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1190 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1203 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1133 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
24-1140 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone absent
Thu Jul 18, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to vote on new zoning ordinances for housing and commercial development
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will consider adopting three proposed ordinances: a Commercial Residential Ordinance, a Zoning Updates Ordinance, and ordinances for Tiny House and Emergency Housing Villages. The items are scheduled for public hearing.
- Public hearing on Commercial Residential Ordinance (SB 6)
- Public hearing on Zoning Updates Ordinance
- Public hearing on Tiny House Village Ordinance
- Public hearing on Emergency Housing Village Ordinance
- Review and approval of March, May, and May 16, 2024 Action Summaries
zoninghousingordinanceplanningpublic-hearingcommercial-residentialtiny-house
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1127 — continued
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
24-1124 — recommended for approval
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
CONSENT AGENDA — approved
7 yea
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
Thu Jul 18, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator to review cannabis permits and mining plan renewals
The Zoning Administrator is deciding on several land use permits, including cannabis cultivation and mining extensions. The body will also consider a coastal lot line adjustment in the Myrtletown area.
- Special Permit for Larabee Farm, LLC for 9,460 sq ft of cannabis cultivation in Bridgeville
- Coastal Development Permit for a lot line adjustment between two parcels in Myrtletown
- 15-year extension of the Blue Lake Bar SMARA Reclamation Plan
- 15-year extension for the Charles Bar Mining Permit in Garberville
- 15-year extension for the Wallan Quarry in Garberville
zoningcannabisminingland-usecoastal-development
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board discusses affordable housing funds and solid waste agreements
The Board of Supervisors is considering several items including a $3.49 million supplemental budget for affordable multifamily housing. Other actions include approving professional services for alcohol recovery monitoring and amending solid waste container site agreements.
- $3,498,384 supplemental budget for the Local Housing Trust Fund and American Rescue Plan Act funds
- $5,000,000 HUD grant application for the Preservation and Reinvestment Initiative for Community Enhancement
- $27,000 professional services agreement with Fortuna Seventh-Day Adventist Church
- Grant of $504,000 and loan of $504,000 for Life Plan Humboldt and Rural Communities Housing
- Amendments to Recology Eel River and Humboldt Sanitation Company agreements
housingbudgetsolid-wastehealthpublic-works
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-1079 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1080 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1078 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1063 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1045 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1062 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1034 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1046 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1041 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1042 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1009 — approved
4 yea · 1 abstain
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson abstain · 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 Jul 2, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses health, workforce, and public service items
The Board of Supervisors is considering several contracts and budget requests including a $3.7 million behavioral health agreement. Other items include workforce appointments, changes to public office hours, and workplace violence prevention plans.
- $3,723,750 for long-term residential behavioral health treatment services
- $197,625 for training services with University of California, Davis
- $548,598.80 renewal for NEOGOV applicant tracking and learning management
- $225,000 professional services agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
- $23,000 supplemental budget request for the Agricultural Commissioner
healthbudgetworkforcepublic-servicegovernment-administration
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.
24-1000 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1026 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1055 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1044 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1056 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-966 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1035 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1021 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1023 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-885 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-984 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1014 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1029 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-949 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-1032 — 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
Thu Jun 27, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Commission discusses cannabis dispensary permits and new housing ordinances
The Planning Commission is considering a conditional use permit for a cannabis dispensary and distribution facility in the Redway area. Additionally, the commission will review proposed ordinances regarding tiny house villages and emergency housing villages.
- DC Eden Dispensary and Distribution Facility: Conditional Use Permit and Zoning Clearance (Redway area)
- Draft Tiny House Village Ordinance
- Draft Emergency Housing Village Ordinance
cannabiszoninghousingordinancestiny houses
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board approves FY 2024-25 budget and homelessness contracts.
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will vote on adopting the FY 2024-25 county and special district budgets, which requires a four-fifths majority. The agenda also includes proposals to approve two professional services agreements totaling $378,132.69 for homelessness outreach and youth programs, authorize receipt of federal HAVA election funding, and terminate county participation in the Assisted Outpatient Treatment program. These actions will set county spending levels, fund local service providers, and adjust election security measures.
- Adoption of the FY 2024-25 county and special district budgets (4/5 vote required)
- Approval of a $306,132.69 contract with Redwoods Rural Health Center for homelessness outreach and case management
- Approval of a $72,000 contract with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods for youth programs
- Authorization to receive federal HAVA election funding under Agreement No. 23G27112
- Termination of county participation in the Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) program
budgetcontractshomelessnessyouth-serviceselectionsmental-healthcounty-administration
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-986 — approved
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson nay · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-895 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson nay · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-999 — approved
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone nay
The other 25 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses health services, film incentives, and agricultural agreements
The Board of Supervisors is considering several administrative and service agreements including a $1.8 million supplemental budget for behavioral health. Discussion items include renewing the RREEL agreement to include Film Humboldt and approving various professional services for aging and medical care.
- Approval of $4,725 Cooperative Agreement for fuels and lubricants with California Department of Food and Agriculture
- Renewal of RREEL agreement to include Film Humboldt incentive program and film permit coordination
- Appointment of Weylan Shaw as Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures
- Professional services agreement with Area 1 Agency on Aging up to $84,106 for older adult support services
- Supplemental budget of $1,833,324 for Behavioral Health Substance Use Disorder
agriculturebehavioral-healthbudgethealth-and-human-servicespublic-safetytourism
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (25 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-951 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-953 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-971 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-972 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-912 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-985 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-962 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-921 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-946 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-917 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-989 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-931 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-948 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-947 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-710 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-908 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-919 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-928 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-937 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-975 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Mon Jun 10, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board holds budget hearings for fiscal year 2024-25
The Board of Supervisors is conducting public hearings regarding the proposed county and special district budgets. The meeting includes discussions on Measure J revenue allocations and changes to tourism marketing agreements.
- Allocate $150,000 from Measure J to Ink People Center for the Arts
- Allocate $45,000 from Measure J to the Aviation Department
- Allocate $30,000 from Measure J to Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission
- Allocate $25,000 to McKinleyville Chamber of Commerce from tourism savings
- Public hearing on Proposed County Budget and Special District Budgets for FY 2024-25
budgettourismgovernment-financepublic-hearing
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-969 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jun 6, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission reviews land use and permit requests
The Planning Commission will consider several development items including coastal permits, zone reclassifications, and cannabis cultivation permits. The agenda includes a request to continue a residential construction project in the Loleta area to a future meeting.
- Coastal Development Permit for a 2,024 SF residence at 12 Hawks Hill Road, Loleta
- Permit extension for a 152-unit transient habitation facility and campground in the Orick area
- Zone Reclassification of approximately 1,557 acres to Timberland Production Zone at Cottrell Ranch
- Conditional Use Permit for 17,996 SF cannabis cultivation in the Myers Flat area
- Conditional Use Permit for 18,462 SF cannabis cultivation in the Honeydew area
zoningcoastal-developmentcannabisland-usehousing
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-959 — continued
5 yea · 2 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder absent · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West absent · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
24-965 — continued
5 yea · 2 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder absent · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West absent · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
24-961 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder absent · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West absent · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
24-960 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder absent · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West absent · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
CONSENT AGENDA VOTE: — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder absent · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West absent · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
Thu Jun 6, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Humboldt County Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis and residential permits
The Zoning Administrator will consider several land use applications, including commercial cannabis cultivation in the Blocksburg area. Other items include a coastal development permit for a new residence near Mitchell Road and a modification for decking at a property in Shelter Cove.
- Happy Ranger LLC: Zoning Clearance Certificate and Special Permit for 4,160 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation
- Jens & Claire Sund: Coastal Development Permit for an 1,800 square foot single-family residence near Mitchell Road
- Aboubzou: Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit modification to allow additional decking in Shelter Cove
zoningcannabishousingcoastal-developmentland-use
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses budget transfers, airport funding, and public health agreements
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several financial actions including a $260,000 transfer for Project Trellis and a supplemental budget for Murray Field Airport. The agenda also includes various proclamations, appointments to local boards, and emergency service agreements.
- $36,500 supplemental budget for Murray Field Airport
- $260,000 transfer from Contingencies for Project Trellis
- Agreement with USDA-Aphis Wildlife Services
- Temporary road closures for Old Timers Day Parade in Orleans on June 16, 2024
- Memoranda of agreement for emergency services facilities
budgetaviationpublic-healthemergency-servicesgovernment-agreements
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (38 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-918 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-889 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-856 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-933 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-938 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-954 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-934 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-935 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-803 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-930 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-836 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-862 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-886 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-911 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-864 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-894 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-932 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-878 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-740 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-751 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Mon Jun 3, 2024 · 1:00 PM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors discusses county reorganization and process improvements
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to receive information regarding organizational process improvements. The session includes providing staff direction on departmental reorganization strategies and directing the County Administrative Office to include costs for selected options in the 2024-25 Adopted Budget.
- Review of IT, HR, Payroll, and Accounts Payable operations
- WBCP Transition Organizational Assessment Study
- Blue Ribbon Task Force Recommendations
- County Grant Coordinator report
government-operationsbudgetorganizational-structure
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.
24-875 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue May 21, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses budget requests and community service grants
The Board of Supervisors is considering several administrative actions, including a supplemental budget request for the Assessor. Discussion items include workforce development transitions, construction bid awards, and various community service grant agreements.
- $74,359 supplemental budget request for the Assessor
- Award of $160,081 to Sequoia Construction Specialties for ADA compliance project
- Award of District Attorney's Office flooring project to Adams Commercial General Contracting, Inc.
- $1,237,082 grant for Humboldt Network of Family Resource Centers
- $306,132.69 agreement with Redwoods Rural Health Center for homelessness services
budgetgovernment-administrationpublic-healthsocial-servicesconstruction
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-913 — approved
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-914 — approved
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 33 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon May 20, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review department reports for the 2024-25 fiscal year budget.
This special meeting focuses on the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget process. The Board will receive staff reports from various county departments and direct the publication of public hearing notices. A public hearing is proposed for June 10, 2024.
- Receipt of staff reports from various county departments regarding the FY 2024-25 budget
- Direction to publish public hearing notices for the proposed FY 2024-25 and special district budgets
budgetfiscal-yearcounty-governmentpublic-hearing
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.
24-901 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu May 16, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission schedules legal training and routine discussion items.
This agenda lists only procedural steps, including a call to order, public comment guidelines, and a scheduled legal training for commissioners on due process and the Brown Act. Specific reports and discussion topics are listed as placeholders without detailed case information or proposed actions. No rezonings, contracts, or ordinances appear on the docket.
- County Counsel training on due process, the Brown Act, and California land use law
- Placeholder for planner report
- Placeholder for commission discussion items
- Next regular meeting scheduled for June 06, 2024
planning-commissionlegal-trainingpublic-meetinggovernment-procedurescalifornia-county
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
Thu May 16, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews water tank retrofits and energy storage extensions
The Zoning Administrator will consider several coastal development permits, including a water tank retrofit in the Samoa area and a residential addition reapproval in McKinleyville. The agenda also includes an extension for a battery energy storage system in Fairhaven and a new well permit for a dairy in Loleta.
- Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District tank retrofit (Samoa)
- Alan Coastal Development Permit reapproval for residential addition (McKinleyville)
- ENGIE North America battery energy storage system extension (Fairhaven)
- R4 Ranches water well installation (Loleta)
zoningwaterenergycoastal-developmenthousing
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue May 7, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board considers rental assistance agreement and public health funds
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several proclamations, road closure resolutions, and personnel changes. Key actions include a proposed $631,474 agreement with the City of Eureka for rental assistance and case management to support people experiencing homelessness.
- Professional services agreement with City of Eureka for rental assistance and supportive services up to $631,474
- Resolution authorizing road closures for the Benbow Fourth of July Event
- Affirming support for the Rumble Over the Redwoods Airshow at California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport (ACV)
- Exception to the 2023-2024 hiring freeze for an Election Specialist II position
- Supplemental budget of $139,987 for Department of Health & Human Services - Public Health
housingpublic-healthbudgetgovernment-administrationelections
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (29 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-765 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-766 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-767 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-768 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-792 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-808 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-833 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-835 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-841 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-831 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-832 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-799 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-745 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-780 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-781 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-729 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-784 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-764 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-735 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-800 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Mon May 6, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors holds special meeting for budget presentations
The Board of Supervisors will review the General Fund budget outlook and projections through fiscal year 2026-27. The meeting also includes reports from various county departments.
- General Fund Budget Outlook and projection through FY 2026-27
- Budget Ad Hoc Committee report
- Informational County Department Reports for Fiscal Year 2024-25
budgetgovernment-financecounty-administration
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-762 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-761 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu May 2, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission reviews solar extensions and property subdivisions
The Commission is considering a solar project extension in Blue Lake and land subdivisions in Pine Hill and McKinleyville. Several cannabis cultivation permits and a large-scale timberland rezoning are also scheduled for continuation to future meetings.
- Second two-year extension for RPCA Solar 5, LLC in Blue Lake
- Subdivision of 0.95 acres at 1313 Herrick Ave, Pine Hill
- Zone reclassification and subdivision in McKinleyville area
- Continuation of Eel River Family Farms, LLC cannabis cultivation permit
- Continuation of Cottrell Ranch, LLC timberland rezoning
zoningsolarsubdivisioncannabisland-use
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-822 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
24-819 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
CONSENT AGENDA VOTE: — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
24-814 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill absent · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane yea
Thu May 2, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Big Lagoon County Park accessibility and facility rehabilitation project
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing a Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit for Big Lagoon County Park. The proposed project includes improvements to restrooms, parking, pathways, and campsites to meet accessibility standards.
- Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit for facility rehabilitation at Big Lagoon County Park (APN 517-131-013)
- Proposed installation of an outdoor rinsing shower
- Replacement of four single-post signs with three wooden information kiosks
- Estimated total area of disturbance of approximately 10,000 square feet
zoningparkscoastal-developmentaccessibilitypublic-works
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses offshore wind analysis and cannabis inspection agreements
The Board of Supervisors is considering several agreements, including a $450,000 contract for offshore wind workforce analysis and a $325,224 cannabis cultivation inspection agreement. The meeting also includes various proclamations and health service participation agreements.
- $450,000 professional service agreement with Xodus for offshore wind workforce and supply chain analysis
- $325,224 Cannabis Cultivation Licensing Inspection Agreement between the County and California Department of Cannabis Control
- Proclamation celebrating the 100th Year Celebration of the Azorean Portuguese Festival
- Resolution recognizing the Humboldt Arts Council and the State-Local Partnership Program
- Affiliation agreement with Donor Network West for organ, eye, and tissue recovery services
energycannabishealthgovernmentpublic-health
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (32 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-716 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-392 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-749 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-770 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-771 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-776 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-743 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-120 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-411 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-717 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-722 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-351 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-384 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-385 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-719 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-319 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-701 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-704 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-713 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-721 — approved
4 yea · 1 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson absent · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Apr 18, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Workshop on new tiny house and commercial residential housing ordinances
The Planning Commission will hold workshops on two proposed housing ordinances for unincorporated Humboldt County. These include a draft ordinance for Tiny House Villages and Emergency Housing Villages, and a draft Commercial Residentials Ordinance. The commission will receive public comment and provide guidance to staff prior to public hearings.
- Draft Tiny House Village & Emergency Housing Village Ordinance workshop
- Draft Inland Commercial Residentials Ordinance workshop
- Implementation of Senate Bill 6 (Middle Class Housing Act of 2022)
zoninghousingworkshopsordinanceshumboldt-county
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
Thu Apr 18, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Coastal development permit for building demolition and debris cleanup in Manila
The Zoning Administrator is considering a Coastal Development Permit for Miles Preservation in the Manila area. The project involves demolishing six outbuildings at 150 Stamps Lane and cleaning up illegally dumped trash and debris.
- Coastal Development Permit for demolition of six outbuildings at 150 Stamps Lane
- Cleanup of illegally dumped trash and debris in the Manila area
zoningcoastal-developmentmanilademolitioncleanup
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board discusses airport rehabilitation bids and supplemental budgets
The Board of Supervisors is considering several items including bid authorizations for runway and taxiway work at Murray Field and Garberville Airport. Additional business includes various proclamations, workforce appointments, and multiple supplemental budget requests.
- Bid authorization for Murray Field (EKA) Runway 12/30 and Taxiway A Rehabilitation
- Bid authorization for Garberville Airport (O16) Runway 18/36, Taxiway A, B, C, and Apron Rehabilitation
- $259,000 supplemental budget for Information Technology projects
- $600,000 supplemental budget from the General Fund for indigent defense services
- Professional services agreement with Betty Kwan Chinn Homeless Foundation not to exceed $680,725
aviationbudgethomelessnesspublic-safetygovernment
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-320 — approved as amended
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn nay · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
The other 38 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Apr 4, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission reviews cannabis cultivation permits
The Planning Commission is reviewing several conditional use permits for commercial cannabis cultivation projects across various areas including Alderpoint, Blocksburg, Weitchpec, Miranda, and Benbow. The agenda includes proposals for outdoor cultivation, nursery spaces, and water usage requirements.
- Kalifornia Green Akres: Conditional Use Permit for 27,500 SF cultivation and 2,750 SF nursery in Alderpoint
- Earley Farms, LLC: Conditional Use Permit for approximately 47,560 square feet of outdoor cultivation in Blocksburg
- Bee Kind Farms, LLC: Proposed denial of two Conditional Use Permits and a Special Permit in Weitchpec
- Mattole Valley Farms Business Support Services LLC: Conditional Use Permit and Special Permit for 18,300 SF cultivation in Miranda
- Panther Canyon Investments, LLC: Conditional Use Permit for 29,200 square feet of outdoor cultivation in Benbow
cannabiszoningagriculturewater-useland-use
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-405 — approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea · Lorna McFarlane nay
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Apr 4, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Special Permit for 9,365 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation
The Zoning Administrator will consider a special permit for outdoor cannabis cultivation in the Dinsmore area and a residential modification in McKinleyville. A permit extension request for the Shelter Cove area is recommended to be continued to a future date.
- Special Permit for 9,365 square feet of outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation (Dinsmore)
- Coastal Development Permit modification for a 764 square foot addition (McKinleyville)
- Extension request for Bell Coastal Development Permit (Shelter Cove)
zoningcannabiscoastal developmenthousingland use
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers airport parking lot contract and aviation grant
The Board of Supervisors is considering a $7,036,562 federal grant for aviation development. This includes a $5,886,425 contract award to Mercer Fraser Company for the rehabilitation of north and south parking lots at California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport.
- $7,036,562 CARES Act grant for aviation development
- $5,886,425 contract award to Mercer Fraser Company for ACV parking lot rehabilitation
- Road closures for the Garberville Rodeo Parade on June 15, 2024
- Memorandum of Understanding with Humboldt Housing and Homelessness Coalition through June 30, 2028
- Advanced salary step appointment for Election Manager Nicole Goldbach
aviationairportgrantscontractspublic worksgovernment-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.
24-335 — approved
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone nay
The other 37 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Mar 21, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator considers denial of cannabis cultivation permits for Circle G Farms, LLC
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing several requests from Circle G Farms, LLC regarding cannabis cultivation in the Bald Hills area. The proposed actions include a denial of a Zoning Clearance Certificate, multiple Conditional Use Permits, and a Special Permit related to setbacks from Redwood National Park.
- Denial of Zoning Clearance Certificate for an existing 3,500 SF cannabis cultivation operation
- Denial of Conditional Use Permit for an existing 14,835 SF cannabis cultivation operation
- Denial of five Conditional Use Permits for 108,900 SF of new cannabis cultivation
- Denial of a Special Permit for a setback of less than 600 feet to Redwood National Park
cannabiszoningagricultureland-usebald-hills
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board discusses record conversion budget and various supplemental funds
The Board of Supervisors is considering several financial actions, including a $1,334,414 supplemental budget for record conversion services. Other items include hiring exceptions for the Assessor, funding for the Humboldt Bridges to Success program, and community development grants.
- $1,334,414.00 supplemental budget request for Recorder-Record Conversion
- Agreement with Kofile Technologies, Inc. for archive restoration and data conversion
- Exception to the hiring freeze for 2.0 FTEs in the Assessor's office
- $255,000 supplemental budget for the Humboldt Bridges to Success program
- $47,676 supplemental budget for Mother Bernard House supportive housing
budgetgovernment-recordshiringpublic-safetyhousing
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (29 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-315 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-271 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-234 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-298 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-299 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-304 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-306 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-307 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-318 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-305 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-269 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-215 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-251 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-292 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-256 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-275 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-295 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-231 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-261 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-273 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Mar 7, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Humboldt County Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis permits and coastal extensions
The Zoning Administrator will consider several land use items including cannabis cultivation permits and a residential permit extension. Actions include a proposed denial of a conditional use permit for Barter Mountain Roots and various approvals for cannabis operations in the Redcrest and Salmon Creek areas.
- Denial of Conditional Use Permit for 36,000 square feet of outdoor commercial cannabis at Barter Mountain Roots
- Zoning Clearance and Special Permit for 10,000 square feet of new outdoor cannabis cultivation in the Redcrest area
- Special Permit for 6,250 square feet of existing outdoor cannabis and nursery space for Cannabanana, LLC
- Two-year extension of a Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit for a residence in the Manila Area
zoningcannabisagriculturecoastal-developmentland-use
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Thu Mar 7, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission considers cannabis permit denial and cultivation expansions
The Planning Commission will review several land use applications, including a proposed denial for an existing cannabis operation in Willow Creek due to regulatory violations. The commission will also consider permits for sign replacement and cannabis cultivation expansions in Petrolia and McKinleyville.
- Denial of Conditional Use Permit for High Art, LLC's 20,180-square-foot cannabis operation
- Special Permit for Pacific Roots Cannabis, LLC to add 33,576 square feet of cultivation in Petrolia
- Sign replacement for Redwood Christian Center in the Spruce Point/Humboldt Hill area
- Parcel map subdivision of a 7.93-acre property in the Ridgewood area
- Conditional Use Permit for ECD Holdings, Inc to add 33,560 square feet of cultivation in McKinleyville
cannabiszoningland-usepermitspublic-hearing
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-280 — approved
4 yea · 3 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy nay · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West nay · Jerome Qiriazi nay · Lorna McFarlane yea
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Mar 5, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County Board of Supervisors meets on March 5, 2024
The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative and departmental items including budget adjustments, contract approvals, and emergency extensions. Key actions include a professional services agreement for Health and Human Services and road project approvals.
- Professional services agreement with Fiscal Experts, Inc. not to exceed $322,000
- Reallocation of $1 from Trial Court Trust Fund to General Fund Clerk/Recorder
- Ratification of ADA Curb Ramp Improvement change orders totaling $169,167.50
- Approval of Measure Z road project plans and specifications
- Supplemental budget of $58,600 for the Sheriff's NorCal Coalition to Safeguard Communities
budgetpublic-workssheriffhealth-and-human-servicesemergency-managementgovernment-administration
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-276 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-252 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-205 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-241 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-183 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-242 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-176 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-240 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-194 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-216 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-266 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-253 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-267 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-211 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-250 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-130 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-206 — 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 Feb 27, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $755,366 agreement for AmeriCorps program support
The Board of Supervisors will consider several service agreements, including a contract with Redwood Community Action Agency for AmeriCorps support. They will also review professional services for economic development studies and a data sharing agreement regarding Medi-Cal enrollees.
- $755,366 agreement with Redwood Community Action Agency for AmeriCorps support
- Professional services for the Humboldt County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
- $89,629.69 purchase of network equipment and software from CalSAWS Consortium
- Data sharing agreement with Partnership HealthPlan of California regarding Medi-Cal enrollees
economic-developmenthealthcarecontractsameri-corpssocial-services
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted (41 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-204 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-219 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-235 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-238 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-201 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-218 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-224 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-225 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-226 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-239 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-184 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-125 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-170 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-185 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-209 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-210 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-182 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-190 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-223 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
24-188 — approved
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Thu Feb 15, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Humboldt County Planning Commission discusses cannabis cultivation and sign ordinances
The Commission will consider a conditional use permit for expanded cannabis cultivation in the McKinleyville area. They will also review an ordinance to establish uniform standards for sign development and installation countywide.
- Conditional Use Permit for ECD Holdings, Inc. to add 33,560 square feet of mixed light cannabis cultivation
- Proposed increase in annual water usage from 120,000 gallons to 610,000 gallons for the ECD Holdings project
- Amendment to Inland and Coastal Zoning Ordinances regarding sign size, location, and installation standards
cannabiszoningsignageland usewater usage
825 Fifth Street
Board of Supervisors Chambers
Eureka, California
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-230 — recommended for approval
5 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal absent · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea
24-213 — continued
5 yea · 1 absent
Iver Skavdal absent · Noah Levy yea · Thomas Mulder yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Sarah West yea · Jerome Qiriazi yea
Thu Feb 15, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator refers cannabis cultivation permit to Planning Commission
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing a special permit for Pacific Roots Cannabis, LLC in the Petrolia area. The request involves adding 33,576 square feet of outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation to a previously approved project. This item is being referred to the Planning Commission.
- Pacific Roots Cannabis, LLC Special Permit to add 33,576 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation
cannabiszoningpetroliaplanning
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Feb 6, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board considers changes to traffic regulations and speed limits in multiple areas
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items including staff appointments and budget allocations for public health. Key actions include considering changes to traffic regulations in multiple towns and a new contract for a homeless management system. The meeting also addresses grant funding for coastal resilience planning.
- Ordinance amending speed limits in Eureka, Fortuna, Garberville, Loleta, McKinleyville, and Redway
- Professional services agreement with Bitfocus, Inc. for a Homeless Management Information System
- $673,216 transfer to the California Department of Health Care Services
- $138,740 grant for coastal resilience planning on Humboldt Bay
- Road closures for the 52nd Annual Avenue of the Giants Marathon on May 5, 2024
traffichomelessnessbudgetpublic-healthenvironment
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-186 — approved
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone nay
The other 24 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Feb 1, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews cannabis permits and water infrastructure upgrades
The Zoning Administrator will consider several land use applications, including a special permit for outdoor cannabis cultivation in the Dinsmore area. Other items include a coastal development permit for water system improvements at Savage Creek and an after-the-fact vegetation removal request in McKinleyville.
- Special Permit for 9,453 square feet of outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation (Emerald Mines, Inc)
- Coastal Development Permit for Savage Creek Water Diversion System Improvements Project
- Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit for major vegetation removal and accessory residential development (Barbara Benson)
- Kings Peak Cooperative Inc. application withdrawn
zoningcannabiswatercoastal-developmentagriculture
Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Jan 30, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Humboldt County considers $354,224 budget request for aviation equipment
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative items including budget requests and personnel changes. Key discussions include a supplemental budget for an aviation paint stripings machine and salary adjustments within the Probation Department. The agenda also includes contract approvals and a proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
- $354,224 supplemental budget request for a new EZ Liner Model TS-AL320 paint striping machine
- $21,582 Pest Detection Trapping Program contract with the California Department of Food and Agriculture
- Salary increases for various classifications within the Probation Department
- Memorandum of Understanding with First 5 Humboldt regarding the Road to Resilience Partnership Program
- Notice of vacancy for an at-large member of the Planning Commission
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-57 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone nay
24-148 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone nay
The other 21 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jan 29, 2024 · 1:00 PM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors to discuss existing litigation in closed session
The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting on January 29, 2024. The agenda includes two closed session items 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
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825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
SUPERVISORS’ CHAMBER, FIRST FLOOR
Fri Jan 26, 2024 · 11:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors to hear appeal regarding 62-unit housing project
The Board will hold a public hearing on an appeal related to a subdivision and development permit. The project involves dividing a 2.47-acre parcel into 19 parcels for 62 multi-family and single-family units. The Board is considering a resolution to deny the appeal and approve the development.
- Public hearing on subdivision and development permit appeal (Item 24-152)
- Proposed creation of 19 parcels for 62 multi-family and single-family units
- Request for exceptions to parking, solar access, and right-of-way requirements
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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.
24-152 — approved as amended
5 yea
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo yea · Steve Madrone yea
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors discusses budget adjustments and construction awards
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several fiscal items including supplemental budgets for elections, public health, and foster care. The agenda also includes a bid award for ADA modifications at Ferndale Veterans Hall and various personnel actions.
- Award $299,950.00 to Del Biaggio Construction Inc. for Ferndale Veterans Hall ADA project
- Approve $162,723 supplemental budget adjustment for Elections budget unit 1100140
- Approve $206,542 supplemental budget for California Home Visiting Program
- Approve $217,173 supplemental budget for Foster Care Admin Program
- Authorize letter of support for Jacoby Creek Land Trust 80-acre land acquisition
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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.
24-75 — approved as amended
3 yea · 2 nay
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell nay · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo nay · Steve Madrone yea
The other 32 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jan 18, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews cannabis cultivation permits and a parcel subdivision
The commission will consider several conditional use permit requests for cannabis cultivation in the Korbel, Redway, and Whitethorn areas. The agenda also includes a proposal to subdivide a 6.3-acre parcel in Hydesville into two separate lots.
- Conditional Use Permit for Ghost Ship Investments, LLC at 33818 State Highway 299
- Conditional Use Permit for Organic Humboldt, LLC in the Redway area
- Conditional Use Permit for Lost Coast Cannabis, LLC in the Whitethorn area
- Parcel map subdivision of a 6.3-acre parcel at 250 Chuckhole Lane
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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.
24-93 — approved
5 yea · 1 nay
Iver Skavdal yea · Noah Levy yea · Lonyx Landry yea · Peggy O'Neill yea · Brian Mitchell nay · Sarah West yea
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jan 18, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator reviews denials for three cannabis projects
The Humboldt County Zoning Administrator will review three cannabis permit applications on the consent calendar. Staff recommends denying a cultivation project in Petrolia, a manufacturing and distribution facility in Garberville, and a manufacturing site in Fortuna due to insufficient evidence for approval.
- Denial of Conditional Use Permit for 23,700 sq ft cannabis cultivation (Petrolia area, APN 105-031-002)
- Denial of Special Permit for 3,500 sq ft manufacturing and 2,500 sq ft distribution facility (Garberville area, APN 033-271-027)
- Denial of Special Permit for 10,000 sq ft cannabis manufacturing facility (Fortuna area, APN 201-311-028)
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Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501
Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 9:00 AM
Board of Supervisors
Board reviews courthouse re-roofing bid and McKinleyville Town Center study.
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will act on a consent calendar containing proclamations, board appointments, and staff retirements. The board will also consider contracts for a McKinleyville Town Center environmental study and authorize public bidding for the courthouse re-roofing project by January 30. Additional actions include accepting state grant funding for Humboldt Bay shoreline planning and adopting updated county employee classification policies.
- Agreement with EMC Planning Group for an Environmental Impact Report on the McKinleyville Town Center Ordinance
- Bid authorization for Humboldt County Courthouse Re-Roofing Project (Project No. 170245), with bids opening Jan. 30, 2024
- Grant acceptance from State Coastal Conservancy and RFP for professional services for the Humboldt Bay Living Shoreline Planning Project
- MOU with Humboldt Del Norte Counties Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program to coordinate investigations into elder and dependent adult abuse through June 30, 2034
- Resolution adopting the new County Classification Policy for staff positions
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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.
24-23 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-29 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-30 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
23-1641 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-19 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-25 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-54 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-12 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
23-1619 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-20 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-17 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-52 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
23-1613 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
23-1617 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
23-1643 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-8 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-11 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
23-1595 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-40 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
24-5 — approved
3 yea · 2 absent
Rex Bohn yea · Michelle Bushnell yea · Mike Wilson yea · Natalie Arroyo absent · Steve Madrone absent
Thu Jan 4, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Zoning Administrator
Special Permit request for 6,872 square feet of cannabis cultivation in Dinsmore
The Zoning Administrator will consider several permit requests, including outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation in Dinsmore. The agenda also includes coastal development permits for a new residence and structure demolition in the Manila area.
- Special Permit for 6,872 square feet of outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation at 640 Berry Road
- Coastal Development Permit for a 1,600 square-foot residence and vegetation removal in Manila
- Coastal Development Permit for structure demolition to resolve a code enforcement case in Manila
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Planning and Building Department
3015 H St.
Eureka, CA 95501