Humboldt County public meetings in 2025
72 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several items, including a 15-year reapproval of the Drewry Pit surface mining permit (up to 20,000 cubic yards/year) and the Dyerville Bar surface mining permit (up to 28,000 cubic yards every three years) for county road maintenance. Other items include a continuance of a commercial cannabis farm and farm stay project, a two-year extension for a coastal subdivision and development permit, and approval of a conditional use permit for cannabis cultivation in Ettersburg.
- Continuance of SOHUM Ranch LLC commercial cannabis farm and farm stay in Blocksburg area
- Two-year extension of Ramage minor subdivision and coastal development permit in Trinidad area
- Approval of Gatlin conditional use permit for 24,420 sq ft cannabis cultivation in Ettersburg
- 15-year reapproval of Drewry Pit surface mining permit for up to 20,000 cubic yards/year near New Harris
- 15-year reapproval of Dyerville Bar surface mining permit for up to 28,000 cubic yards gravel every three years near Weott
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will vote on two consent calendar items: a Coastal Development Permit for repairs to the Table Bluff closed landfill and a recommendation to deny four Conditional Use Permits for mixed-light cannabis cultivation by Mad River Estates LLC in the Korbel area. The landfill permit covers rehabilitation of leach field systems and drainage improvements. The cannabis permits denial is recommended due to insufficient evidence for the required findings.
- Coastal Development Permit (PLN-2025-19303) for Table Bluff landfill repairs: cap repair, drainage improvements, leachate system upgrades on APNs 308-071-006, 308-071-009, 308-071-011
- Denial of four Conditional Use Permits (PLN-12346-CUP) for Mad River Estates LLC: 4 acres mixed-light cannabis cultivation and nursery in Korbel area
- Environmental review: EIR addendum for landfill project; CEQA exemption (Section 15270) for cannabis denial
- Landfill closed in 1979; site includes removal of concrete vault, new storage tanks, transmission lines, disposal trenches, access road improvements
Board of Supervisors
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will consider a software agreement with Dell, authorize funding for a psychiatric health facility, and approve resolutions for the 2026 chair and vice-chair. The meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2025.
- Authorize software agreement with Dell for Microsoft O365
- Authorize $2,670,266.03 for Sempervirens crisis care facility
- Approve resolutions for 2026 Chair and Vice-Chair
- Accept donation of two EV charging stations for ACV
- Approve tenant improvement project 2025-601
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will act on a consent calendar that includes authorizing a $3.6 million Community Development Block Grant application to the state, a $474,896 contract for homeless rental assistance with Redwood Community Action Agency, an $839,000 supplemental budget for elections, and several appointments and proclamations.
- Authorize $3.6 million CDBG application to California HCD for community development
- Approve $474,896 professional services agreement with Redwood Community Action Agency for homeless rental assistance and case management
- Approve $839,000 supplemental budget for elections (4/5 vote required)
- Appoint Justin Hopman as Director of Aviation effective Jan. 5, 2026 with advanced salary Step C
- Proclaim December 2025 as Human Rights Awareness Month
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will set a public hearing for December 16, 2025, to consider adopting updates to the county's Schedule of Fees and Charges. The board also approved a $1.5 million loan to the Southern Humboldt Community Health Care District and approved a supplemental budget for an enterprise security system.
- Public hearing set for Dec. 16, 2025, on Schedule of Fees and Charges
- Loan of $1.5M to Southern Humboldt Community Health Care District
- Supplemental budget of $456,310 for Enterprise Security System
- Approval of two-year fee waiver for Alaska Airlines
- Allocation of 1.0 FTE Child Support Program Manager
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will consider several land use actions, including a General Plan conformance review for the McKinleyville Community Service District administration building expansion, a parcel map subdivision and coastal development permit for the MeeMeeMine property, and multiple cannabis cultivation permits. The commission will adopt resolutions to approve the Mark Finley Special Permit, the Mark Finley Conditional Use Permit, and the Finmark Farms Conditional Use Permit, each subject to conditions of approval.
- General Plan Conformance Review for McKinleyville Community Service District administration building expansion (APN 509-191-031)
- MeeMeeMine Parcel Map Subdivision, Coastal Development Permit, and CDP-12-008 modification (APN 308-271-001)
- Mark Finley Special Permit for 10,000 sq ft outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation (APN 218-091-006)
- Mark Finley Conditional Use Permit for 10,000 sq ft mixed light and 33,560 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation (APN 218-101-002)
- Finmark Farms, LLC Conditional Use Permit for 6,550 sq ft mixed light and 19,450 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation (APN 218-091-004)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator
At the November 6, 2025 meeting, the Zoning Administrator will adopt a resolution approving a Coastal Development Permit and Conditional Use Permit modification for the Sequoia Humane Society’s shelter renovation and new training building, finding the project exempt from CEQA and in compliance with the General Plan. The Administrator will also adopt a resolution denying the Special Permit application for Two Trees Botanicals LLC’s cannabis cultivation facility due to non‑compliance with county code. Additional agenda items include two consent‑calendar notices that will not be heard and a PG&E vegetation‑management CDP that will be approved.
- Adopt resolution approving Sequoia Humane Society CDP and CUP modification (Resolution 25‑____).
- Adopt resolution denying Two Trees Botanicals LLC Special Permit (Resolution 25‑____).
- Adopt resolution approving PG&E Vegetation Management CDP and Special Permit (Resolution 25‑____).
- Consent calendar items Drewry Pit and Dyerville Bar will not be heard or acted upon.
- Schedule next regular meeting for December 18, 2025.
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider a consent calendar that includes adopting amended classification specifications and salary increases for multiple Public Works Department positions, accepting $337,704 in state housing funding, and approving a $100,000 drug testing contract. Other items include receiving a child welfare ombudsperson assessment and issuing a Veterans Day proclamation.
- Adopt amended specs and salary increases for Boat Operator, Bridge Crew, Heavy Equipment Technician, Capital Projects Architect, County Architect, and others, with range increases up to $609
- Accept $259,792 from Transitional Housing Program and $77,912 from Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program
- Approve $100,000 professional services agreement with Accurate Drug Testing Services for Child Welfare Services
- Receive and file California Center for Rural Policy assessment of Child Welfare Services Ombudsperson office
- Authorize Veterans Day Proclamation and Operation Green Light for Veterans
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to consider a public employee appointment for the position of Aviation Director.
- Closed session to consider appointment of Aviation Director
Board of Supervisors
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel. The session will include a closed session to review a case involving exposure to litigation.
- Closed session to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel
- Review of case involving exposure to litigation
- Meeting to be held at 4:00 PM on October 30, 2025
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider several items, including receiving and filing the September expense report and appointing representatives to advisory committees. It will approve the selection of Security Lock & Alarm to provide an Enterprise Security System for the county. It will also approve a professional services agreement with Redwood Community Action Agency for up to $238,131.19 to deliver rental assistance and case management for homeless youth.
- Approve selection of Security Lock & Alarm for Enterprise Security System (RFP #IT2025-001)
- Approve professional services agreement with Redwood Community Action Agency for rental assistance, case management and support services to homeless youth, not to exceed $238,131.19 (Oct 1 2025 – Sept 30 2026)
- Approve Implementation Agreement with Nurse‑Family Partnership for FY 2025‑26 through 2027‑28, amount $264,749
- Appoint Kathleen Clark, Emma Haskett, and Katrina Taylor to the McKinleyville Municipal Advisory Committee
- Waive Humboldt County Nuclear‑Free Ordinance requirements for intergovernmental agreements with the California Department of Health Care Services
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review and approve responses to three Grand Jury reports covering the Department of Aviation, the Public Defender’s Office, and emergency access challenges on Humboldt Hill. Other consent items include a Type 21 alcohol license for a Eureka gas station, a $91,523 opioid settlement fund rollover, a lease amendment at 100 H Street, and a $189,000 flood response grant. The agenda is largely procedural with no regular business items pulled from consent.
- Grand Jury responses on Aviation, Public Defender’s Office, and Humboldt Hill emergency access
- Type 21 alcoholic beverage license for United Gas at 1679 Myrtle Ave., Eureka
- Rollover of $91,523 in Opioid Settlement funds for FY 2025-26
- First amendment to lease with Rynecki and Rynecki LLC at 100 H Street, Eureka
- Supplemental budget of $189,000 for Sheriff’s OES flood response grant from DWR
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to discuss changing the zoning of parcels in the McKinleyville Town Center. The proposal would move these areas from Community Commercial and Residential Multi-Family designations to a Mixed Use Zoning Designation with a Q-Zone Overlay.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 25-1212 to rezone McKinleyville Town Center to Mixed Use
- Certification of the Environmental Impact Report for the McKinleyville Town Center Zoning Amendment
- Adoption of the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the zoning amendment
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major items: the Draft Employee Housing Ordinance to align county zoning with state housing codes, and the Humboldt Regional Climate Action Plan (RCAP) which sets countywide GHG reduction targets and CEQA emissions thresholds. The commission is also set to approve minutes from previous meetings. Both hearings involve recommendations to the Board of Supervisors for adoption.
- Public hearing on Draft Employee Housing Ordinance to update inland and coastal zoning for employee housing consistent with California Health and Safety Code
- Public hearing on Humboldt Regional Climate Action Plan (RCAP) targeting 40% GHG reduction below 1990 levels by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2045
- CEQA GHG Emissions Thresholds proposed for new development projects undergoing CEQA review with pre-2030 buildout
- Consent agenda includes approval of September 18 and October 2, 2025 meeting action summaries
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting, considering items on the consent calendar including contracts, proclamations, and appointments. A key item is an ordinance amending sections of the Humboldt County Code related to the duties, responsibilities, and authorities of the County Administrative Officer. The board will also approve a cooperative agreement for sudden oak mortality response, fund electric vehicle chargers at the airport, and contract for early childhood mental health training.
- Ordinance amending County Administrative Officer duties (Sections 241-2 through 241-9)
- Cooperative Agreement No. 25-0431-024-SF with CDFA for sudden oak mortality ($27,592)
- Appropriation transfer of $144,000 for four EV chargers at California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport (ACV)
- Professional services agreement with North Coast Nurture Center for infant/early childhood mental health training ($118,250)
- Letter requesting Governor Newsom sign AB 1430 on recorder fee stabilization
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will decide on a Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit for PG&E's routine vegetation management along 12-kilovolt distribution lines from Humboldt Bay to Orick. The work involves felling 84 trees and removing 213 brush units at multiple work areas. All trees are over 12 inches in diameter, with the largest up to 99 inches DBH and 180 feet tall.
- Felling of 84 trees and removal of 213 brush units across 108 work areas
- Permit covers areas from Humboldt Bay to Orick, including Ferndale, Arcata, McKinleyville, Trinidad, and others
- Project is subject to PG&E's Multiple Region Habitat Conservation Plan (MRHCP)
- Staff recommends approval with conditions, citing CEQA exemptions under Sections 15301 and 15304
- Public hearing scheduled for October 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Planning Commission
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will consider a consent agenda with several land-use items, including a conditional use permit for 18,162 square feet of outdoor cannabis cultivation and a 1,600-square-foot nursery in the Dinsmore area. Other items include a General Plan amendment and zone reclassification for the Satterlee family parcels in Fort Seward, a lot line adjustment and agricultural preserve for the French family in Ettersburg, a minor subdivision in McKinleyville, and a coastal development permit for a new residence on a bluff in Shelter Cove. All items are routine and may be approved by a single vote unless pulled for discussion.
- Dazey Conditional Use Permit for 18,162 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation with 160,000 gallons annual irrigation water – Dinsmore
- Satterlee General Plan Amendment and Zone Reclassification of 19 APNs to Timberland Production and Agriculture Grazing – Fort Seward
- French Lot Line Adjustment and creation of 1,207.72-acre Class B Agricultural Preserve – Ettersburg
- Holliday Minor Subdivision of a 22,230 sq ft parcel into two lots, including a special permit for an unpermitted ADU – McKinleyville
- Daniels Coastal Development Permit, Special Permit, and Variance for a 1,630 sq ft residence on a coastal bluff – Shelter Cove
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will vote on several consent calendar items, including a significant $6 million increase in funds available to the Arcata Economic Development Corporation and a $328,885 contract for technological support services. Other action items include setting fiscal year 2025-26 tax rates, awarding a $267,122 bid for ADA compliance at the Fortuna Library, and adopting responses to five Grand Jury reports on topics such as the psychiatric facility, sheriff's coroner, animal shelter, inmate voting rights, and pension liabilities.
- Fourth Amendment to lender agreement with Arcata Economic Development Corporation increasing funds to $6,000,000
- Professional services agreement with Development Group, Inc. for technological support, not to exceed $328,885.92
- Bid award to Adams Commercial General Contracting for Fortuna Library ADA compliance project ($267,122)
- Resolution setting secured roll tax rates for County, school, and special districts for FY 2025-26
- Review and approval of responses to five Grand Jury reports covering Sempervirens facility, coroner, animal shelter, inmate voting rights, and unfunded pension liabilities
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed density bonus ordinance amendment to align with state housing requirements, and on amendments to commercial cannabis microbusiness standards to broaden permit types and allow nonvolatile manufacturing. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting summaries and conditional use permits for two cannabis cultivation operations (Fenario LLC and Humboldt Flavor LLC). A zoning amendment for the McKinleyville Town Center is also scheduled for hearing.
- Density bonus ordinance amendment to align with California Government Code Sections 65915 and 65915.5 (countywide)
- Amendments to commercial cannabis microbusiness standards to enable zoning clearance certificates and nonvolatile manufacturing (countywide)
- McKinleyville Town Center zoning amendment ordinance (multiple parcels)
- Fenario LLC conditional use permit for 34,924 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation and pond removal/restoration (Benbow area)
- Humboldt Flavor LLC conditional use permit for 15,545 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation and setback reduction from public lands (Larabee Valley area)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will decide on a Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit for the Yurok Economic Development Corporation's redevelopment of the Shoreline Market & Fueling Station in Orick, and a Variance for side yard setback reduction for LPC Properties in Carlotta. Two consent items are erroneously noticed and will not be heard. The PG&E Vegetation Management Bundle 8 project is continued to October 2, 2025.
- Yurok Economic Development Corporation Shoreline Market & Fueling Station: Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit for demolition of existing structures and construction of an 8,289 sq ft commercial building with fuel station, canopy, and parcel merger (APNs 520-151-014/015/016, Orick area).
- LPC Properties Variance: Reduced side yard setback from 25 ft to 10 ft for an 80x110 ft storage building on 1.2 acres zoned Heavy Industrial (MH) at APN 206-111-020, Carlotta.
- PG&E Vegetation Management Bundle 8 Distribution Coastal Development Permit (CDP) continued to October 2, 2025 (APNs listed).
- Diamond Drip Farms Zoning Clearance Certificate (APN 209-351-083-000, Redcrest area) erroneously noticed – no action taken.
- Indigenous Investments LLC Zoning Clearance Certificate (APN 216-393-010-000, Rancho Sequoia area) erroneously noticed – no action taken.
Board of Supervisors
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will consider approving three federal grant agreements for airport infrastructure projects, including the purchase of an aircraft rescue vehicle and runway repairs. The items are on the consent calendar for approval.
- Approve $1,060,667 contract for Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicle at California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport
- Approve $684,850 contract for Murray Field Airport Runway 12/30 and Taxiway A Rehabilitation
- Approve $87,407.47 contract for Garberville Airport Runway Safety Area Improvement
- Approve $13,220.19 contract for Pierce's Disease Control Program
- Waive Nuclear-Free Ordinance requirements for federal grant agreements
🗳️ How they voted (29 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will consider several items, including a continued permit for a water tank in Orick, a special permit for a short-term rental in Glendale, and a General Plan amendment in Jacoby Creek. The body will also discuss a zoning ordinance update for residential accessibility and a sign modification for a U-Haul building.
- Orick water tank permit extension and modification
- Heavenly Rooted Estate short-term rental special permit
- Barnum Timber General Plan amendment and zone reclassification
- Zoning ordinance update for residential accessibility
- U-Haul building signage conditional use permit modification
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will decide on two consent calendar items: a Special Permit for Valley Tops, LLC (APN 210-044-008-000) for outdoor cannabis cultivation in Larabee Valley, and a Special Permit for Treasure Camp, LLC (APN 081-051-009-000) for mixed light cannabis cultivation in Meyers Flat. Staff recommends denial for both. The meeting also includes call to order, agenda modifications, and adjournment.
- Valley Tops, LLC Special Permit (PLN-12297-SP) for 10,000 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation in Larabee Valley - recommended denial, water from spring and rainwater catchment
- Treasure Camp, LLC Special Permit (PLN-2019-16120) for 3,200 sq ft mixed light cannabis cultivation in Meyers Flat - recommended denial, water from Myers Flat Mutual Water System
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar of 13 routine items, including a $225,000 mobile crisis intervention agreement with the City of Eureka, a $100,000 fuel purchase supplemental budget for the airport, and a temporary road closure for a community block party. All items are expected to be approved in one vote unless pulled for separate discussion.
- $225,000 community service agreement with City of Eureka for mobile crisis intervention and support services (Aug 2025–June 2026)
- $100,000 supplemental budget for fuel purchases for resale at CA Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport (ACV)
- Temporary closure of Vernon Street between Essex and North Streets on Sept. 21, 2025, for a community block party
- Release from conveyance to allow construction of second dwelling units on lots 9, 21, 22, and 24 of Washington Terrace Subdivision (PLN-2020-16515)
- Revised Humboldt County Capital Asset Policy and Purchasing Policy approvals
🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will review a proposed ordinance to rezone the McKinleyville Town Center area to Mixed Use with a Q-Zone overlay. The meeting includes a workshop on the ordinance and the environmental impact report, along with several subdivision extensions.
- McKinleyville Town Center Ordinance workshop (Mixed Use zoning)
- Ridgefield Events Conditional Use Permit modification
- Santos Subdivision Extension (45 residential lots)
- Mitchell Minor Subdivision Extension (3 parcels)
- Review and approval of August 07, 2025 Action Summary
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will consider a consent calendar including staff recommendations to deny a special permit for commercial cannabis cultivation in Dinsmore, approve a variance for a storage building setback reduction in Carlotta, approve a coastal development permit for a residence in Westhaven, and reapprove three SMARA mining permits (quarries) for 15-year terms. All items are expected to be approved as recommended unless pulled from consent.
- Denial of Josh Clark Special Permit for 43,560 sf commercial cannabis cultivation (APN 208-271-012-000) in Dinsmore area
- Approval of LPC Properties Variance for side yard setback reduction from 25 ft to 10 ft for a storage building in Carlotta
- Approval of Scott Cyr Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit for a single-family residence and tree removal in Westhaven
- Reapproval of three SMARA mining permits (Fort Seward Quarry, Degnen-Hansen Pit, Bald Hills Road Quarry #2) for 15-year terms with total extraction of 55,000 cubic yards
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider multiple consent calendar items, including ratifying a 2025-2026 memorandum of understanding with the County Attorney’s Association that deallocates 3.0 full-time equivalent Deputy District Attorney positions. The board will also approve an adjusted rate schedule for court-appointed attorneys and appoint an interim Director of Aviation. Other items include a pest exclusion agreement, ambulance permit renewals, and a Medi-Cal case management agreement.
- Ratify 2025-2026 MOU with County Attorney’s Association (Unit 5); deallocate 3.0 FTE Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV positions
- Approve adjusted rate schedule for Humboldt County Court-Appointed Attorney Program (HCAAP) for indigent defendants
- Appoint Curt Eikerman as Interim Director of Aviation and allocate 1.0 FTE Airport Operations Manager (4/5 vote required)
- Approve Cooperative Agreement No. 25-0397-000-SG with CDFA for High-Risk Pest Exclusion Program ($8,844.35)
- Renew ground ambulance permit for City Ambulance of Eureka for Service Area III (Central-Eureka) and Service Area IV (South-Fortuna/Garberville) for FY 2025-26
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board will adopt a resolution authorizing the County to accept a $1,385,617 Federal Aviation Administration Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act grant to rehabilitate the runway 14/32 lighting system at the California Redwood‑Coast‑Humboldt County Airport. It will also approve a $166,005 professional services agreement with the University of California, Davis for health‑staff training, adopt the FY 2025‑26 Voluntary Separation Incentive Program, and allocate two full‑time positions in the Health Communities Division. Additional items include reappointing a Human Rights Commission member, adopting a proclamation supporting Two‑Spirit and transgender residents, and approving the Headwaters Fund competitive grant slate and an $8,562.87 loan write‑off.
- Adopt resolution to accept $1,385,617 FAA IIJA Airport Infrastructure Grant for runway lighting Phase 4 at ACV airport
- Approve professional services agreement with UC Davis for training services up to $166,005 (July 1 2025 – June 30 2026)
- Approve Headwaters Fund competitive grant slate and authorize $8,562.87 loan write‑off
- Adopt FY 2025‑26 Voluntary Separation Incentive Program (VSIP)
- Allocate 1.0 FTE Program Coordinator and 1.0 FTE Health Education Specialist positions in DHHS Public Health Branch
🗳️ How they voted (26 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Humboldt County Planning Commission will meet to consider a consent agenda including a cannabis cultivation permit, a sign modification for U-Haul, and a parcel map extension. The body will also discuss an ordinance amending county code sections regarding permit processing and appeals.
- Conditional Use Permit for Eagle Nest Farm commercial cannabis cultivation
- U-Haul building signage modification in McKinleyville
- Extension of Moser Properties parcel map subdivision
- Ordinance amending Title III, Division 1 of Humboldt County Code
- Conditional Use Permit modification for Ganjery LLC cannabis operations
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator
The meeting will consider three public‑hearing items. First, a denial of Frank Fishl’s special permit for 6,900 sq ft of outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation in the Orleans area. Second, approval of a coastal development permit and special permit for a new water well at Sue‑Meg State Park in Trinidad. Third, re‑approval of a 15‑year renewal of McKnight Bar SMARA permits for surface mining and reclamation in the Willow Creek area.
- Deny Frank Fishl special permit (PLN‑12189‑SP) for 6,900 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation, APN 529‑035‑020
- Approve Sue‑Meg State Park coastal development permit and special permit for water‑well drilling, APN 517‑111‑001
- Re‑approve McKnight Bar SMARA conditional use, surface mining, and reclamation permits (CA Mine ID #91‑12‑0040) for 10,000 cubic yards/year, APNs 524‑052‑002 & 524‑052‑004
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting with a consent calendar of 14 items, including approvals of intergovernmental agreements, budget adjustments, and proclamations. Key actions include a $4.9 million transfer to the California Department of Health Care Services, a $1.1 million supplemental budget for behavioral health, a $1.5 million home visiting program grant, and a two-year fee waiver incentive for Breeze Airways at the county airport.
- $4,900,000 intergovernmental agreement with CA Dept of Health Care Services
- $1,100,000 supplemental budget for Behavioral Health (4/5 vote required)
- $1,507,427 California Home Visiting Program funding agreement
- Two-year fee waiver incentive for Breeze Airways at Humboldt County airport (4/5 vote required)
- Road closure resolution for Second Annual Southern Humboldt Classic Car Show
🗳️ How they voted (29 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The July 17, 2025 Planning Commission meeting was cancelled. Consequently, the listed agenda items will be reconsidered at future meetings: the conditional use permits for 12490 Eagles Nest Farm, LLC and 19212 Ganjery, LLC, a conditional use permit modification, and two ordinance amendments will be heard on August 7, 2025, while the ordinance amendment (Density) will be heard on September 18, 2025.
- 12490 Eagles Nest Farm, LLC – Conditional Use Permit (to be heard Aug 7, 2025)
- 19153 Moser – Parcel Map Subdivision Extension (to be heard Aug 7, 2025)
- 19212 Ganjery, LLC – Conditional Use Permit Modification (to be heard Aug 7, 2025)
- 19207 – Ordinance Amendment (Decision) (to be heard Aug 7, 2025)
- 18343 – Ordinance Amendment (Density) (to be heard Sep 18, 2025)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting an ordinance amending county code on administrative civil penalties, with changes to fines, notice, and appeals. Also on the agenda are approvals for a legal services agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for labor negotiations up to $225,000, a racial equity training contract with Humboldt Area Foundation for $155,078, and a general plan amendment to change land use designations on four parcels. Several consent items include agreements for pest detection trapping and organic inspections with the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
- Ordinance amending code on administrative civil penalties (item 9)
- Legal services agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore up to $225,000 for labor negotiations (item 6)
- Professional services agreement with Humboldt Area Foundation for racial equity training $155,078 (item 5)
- General plan amendment petition on four parcels changing land use from RA/CR to T/AG (item 8)
- Cooperative agreement for pest detection trapping with CDFA $21,689 (item 1)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative items, including a lease for a gunnery range and a budget adjustment for the Sheriff's Office. The meeting also includes personnel evaluations in closed session and the adoption of a proclamation for the Sheriff’s Citizens on Patrol Program.
- Lease agreement with Redwood Gun Club for Sheriff's Office use of the Gunnery Range in Manila, California
- Budget adjustment of $11,000 for a Sheriff's Office vehicle (4/5 vote required)
- MOU between California DMV and County IT for online information access
- Removal of Brian Mitchell from the Humboldt County Assessment Appeals Board
- Letter of support for ACR 96 to designate the Assembly Member Patty Berg Memorial Highway
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Planned Unit Development and related permits for a 70-unit infill mixed-use development with a community center, greenhouse, and special events in McKinleyville. The Commission will also consider continuing the discussion of the Humboldt Regional Climate Action Plan and CEQA GHG thresholds to August 7, 2025. Consent items include approval of past action summaries and two General Plan Conformance Reviews for water system improvements by the Westhaven and Riverside Community Services Districts.
- Public hearing on We Are Up, Inc. development: 70 residential units, community center, greenhouse, special events, and lot line adjustment on five parcels in McKinleyville
- Continued discussion of Humboldt Regional Climate Action Plan (40% GHG reduction by 2030, carbon neutrality by 2045) and CEQA GHG thresholds; recommended to continue to August 7, 2025
- Westhaven Community Services District General Plan Conformance Review for acquisition of a mitigation parcel for water treatment improvements
- Riverside Community Services District General Plan Conformance Review to convert a test well to a production backup well in Ferndale area
- Approval of action summaries from April 3, April 17, and May 1, 2025 meetings
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator
The Humboldt County Zoning Administrator will consider two items on the consent calendar: denial of conditional use and special permits for a large cannabis cultivation and processing facility, and approval of a variance to reduce setbacks for a residential solar panel array in Fortuna. Both items are scheduled for the June 26, 2025 meeting.
- Denial of Conditional Use Permit (PLN-12461-CUP) for 60,000 sq ft indoor and 42,000 sq ft mixed light cannabis cultivation, and a Special Permit for a processing facility on APN 516-151-019 in Glendale.
- Approval of a Variance (PLN-2025-19243) to reduce front and side yard setbacks on APN 202-231-023 (Fortuna) to allow a ground-mounted solar array without removing orchard trees.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the FY 2025-26 County and Special District budgets, which requires a 4/5th vote. The meeting also includes decisions on personnel allocations, library ADA compliance, and service contracts for older adults.
- Adoption of FY 2025-26 County and Special District Budgets
- Bid authorization for Fortuna Library ADA Compliance Project (Project No. 2024-601)
- Professional services agreement with Area 1 Agency on Aging for older adult services not to exceed $84,106
- Adoption of the Mental Health Services Act Spending Plan for FY 2025-26
- Reappointments to the Petrolia Cemetery District and Humboldt County Workforce Development Board
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar including several professional service agreements. The largest is a $450,796 contract with Redwood Community Services for mobile response and stabilization services for foster children and youth. Other items include a $72,000 agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods for youth programs, a $130,336 amendment for software support, and an MOU adding Willow Creek Fire Safe Council to county workers' compensation programs.
- Professional Services Agreement Renewal with Redwood Community Services, Inc. for foster youth services – $450,796
- Professional Services Agreement Renewal with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods for SMART programs – $72,000
- Amendment to agreement with TruePoint Solutions LLC for Accela Civic Platform support – $130,336
- Memorandum of Understanding with Willow Creek Fire Safe Council for workers' compensation coverage – $200 per volunteer per year
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several funding allocations and contracts, including millions for homeless housing and a $250,000 budget for record digitization. The meeting also includes various proclamations and professional service agreements for social services.
- Allocations of $4,665,969.75 for the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program
- Supplemental budget of $250,000 for Kofile Technologies, Inc. to digitize vital records from 1855-2024
- Professional services agreement with Redwood Community Action Agency for $1,102,094
- Expert witness services agreement with Richard England for up to $140,000
- Nursery Inspection Program contract with California Department of Food and Agriculture for $1,143
🗳️ How they voted (21 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors holds a public hearing to consider the proposed FY 2025-26 budgets for Humboldt County and its special districts. The meeting includes presentations on the county's legislative program, the City of Eureka Employee Childcare Program, and the Public Works Measure O spending plan. Public testimony will be taken, and the board will deliberate and give staff direction on modifications before setting June 24, 2025, as the adoption date.
- Public hearing on FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget (Attachment 1)
- Approval of FY 2025-26 budgets for special districts governed by the Board of Supervisors
- Presentation on City of Eureka Employee Childcare Program
- Presentation on Public Works FY 2025-26 Measure O Spending Plan
- Update on State and Federal Legislative Program (Attachments 5-7)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator is reviewing two Coastal Development Permits. One involves utility vegetation management for PG&E and the other concerns tree removal and a new shop for a private property owner.
- PG&E Vegetation Management Bundle #6: Coastal Development Permit for removal of 50 trees and seven brush units across various locations including Orick, Trinidad, and McKinleyville
- Cavanaugh Project: Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit for tree removal and construction of a shop up to 1,600 square feet and 20 feet tall in the Myrtletown area
Board of Supervisors
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will consider several items, including a $300,000 supplemental budget for fuel purchases at the Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport. They will also approve a $440 contract for the Certified Farmer's Market Inspection program and an amendment to the Noxious Weed Grant cooperative agreement. Additional actions include authorizing bids for an ARFF vehicle and for Garberville Airport runway safety improvements, and adopting various resolutions and proclamations.
- Approve Amendment No. 1 to Cooperative Agreement No. 23-0282-000-SA (Noxious Weed Grant Program)
- Approve Cooperative Agreement No. 25-0116-000-SA for Certified Farmer's Market Inspection – $440
- Approve supplemental budget of $300,000 for fuel purchases at CA Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport (ACV)
- Authorize Department of Aviation to advertise bid for Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle acquisition
- Approve plans and authorize bid for Garberville Airport (O16) Runway Safety Area Improvements – Replace Culvert Project
🗳️ How they voted (44 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on a consent agenda including conditional use permits for commercial cannabis cultivation, a 150-foot telecommunications tower, a lot line adjustment with zone change, and a modification to Recology's operating hours. Two cannabis permit applications are continued to a later date.
- 150-foot Verizon telecom monopole (TowerCo) on Eureka residence property
- Recology transfer station hours modification (Coastal Development Permit modification)
- MMF Land V LLC: 34,349 sq ft cannabis cultivation near Benbow
- Kurnishon, LLC: 21,120 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation with special permit in Mad River area
- Stander/Green Diamond: general plan amendment and zone reclassification for lot line adjustment on Fickle Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator
The Humboldt County Zoning Administrator will vote on five consent calendar items, including a special permit for 9,500 square feet of cannabis cultivation, an after-the-fact coastal permit for grading, a vegetation management permit for PG&E transmission lines, a modification to a cannabis operation to add a microbusiness, and a lot line adjustment in Orick. All items are recommended for approval with conditions.
- Fantastic Gardens Humboldt: Special Permit for 3,500 sq ft outdoor & 6,000 sq ft mixed light cannabis cultivation, 280,000 gal/yr water, renewable energy by Jan 1, 2026
- Puhl: After-the-fact Coastal Development Permit for grading 40 cubic yards in Coastal Zone without permit (code violation)
- PG&E Vegetation Management CDP: Removal of 59 trees (13+ inches DBH) & 20 brush units along transmission lines for fire safety
- Terrapin Farms: Modification to add manufacturing (ice water extraction), distribution, processing, and hoophouses to existing 6,500 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation
- Duncan: Lot Line Adjustment between three parcels in Orick, plus Coastal Development Permit; properties have residences and commercial uses
Board of Supervisors
This is a consent-calendar-heavy meeting with proclamations and routine approvals. The most consequential items are the introduction of a comprehensive nitrous oxide sales ordinance and an amendment to the tobacco retailer licensing ordinance, both set for adoption June 3. The board also considers a letter opposing the conditional release of a sexually violent predator.
- Introduction of Comprehensive Nitrous Oxide Ordinance (Division 11, Title V) regulating sales
- Amendment to tobacco retailer licensing ordinance (Section 817-13) covering nitrous oxide
- Letter of opposition to conditional release of Richard Stobaugh, a sexually violent predator
- Waiver of extra-help hour limit for case manager Brianna Penner (960 to 1,920 hours)
- Approval of $4,725 cooperative agreement with CDFA for fuels/lubricants program
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
This special meeting is dedicated to budget presentations. The Board will receive staff reports from various county departments for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and a five-year General Fund financial forecast along with an update on the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan. The item on department reports is expected to be continued to May 6, 2025.
- Informational reports from all county departments for FY 2025-26 (Item 25-525)
- 2025 General Fund Five-Year Financial Forecast and Strategic Plan Implementation Update (Item 25-563)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss recommending a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy to the Board of Supervisors. This policy would establish significance thresholds and screening criteria for new development projects to comply with California Senate Bill 743.
- Proposed resolution to adopt VMT Threshold Policy Guidelines for analyzing transportation impacts under CEQA
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will adopt a resolution to renew the McKnight Gravel Bar Conditional Use Permit for another 15 years, confirming compliance with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance. The meeting will also consider a Coastal Development Permit and a setback variance for the Hanks property, allowing a 650‑square‑foot addition to an existing residence. Both items will be decided by vote after staff recommendations and public testimony.
- McKnight Gravel Bar Conditional Use Permit renewal (15‑year, 10,000 cu yd/yr, CA Mine ID #91-12-0040)
- Hanks Coastal Development Permit and variance for ~650 sq ft addition, side‑yard setback variance
Board of Supervisors
The Board will vote to approve a cooperative services agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Wildlife Services program for $80,173 for fiscal year 2025‑26. It will also consider budget transfers, salary increases, and several supplemental budget items, plus a lease extension for office space at 404 H Street.
- Approve Cooperative Services Agreement No. 25-7306-0254-RA for $80,173 wildlife services program
- Approve $276,280 transfer from General Fund contingencies to Auditor‑Controller for IRS fines
- Approve advanced salary step increase for Acting Assistant County Counsel Natalie Duke
- Authorize extension of lease for office space at 404 H Street, Eureka
- Approve $21,500 supplemental budget for Public Works Bicycles & Trailways Program
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
This is a special meeting of the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors. The only scheduled item is a closed session to discuss the appointment of a public employee for the position of Aviation Director. No other business will be conducted in open session.
- Closed session under Gov. Code 54954.5 and 54957 to consider appointment of Aviation Director
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will decide on a resolution adopting a Vehicle Miles Traveled policy for CEQA threshold and screening criteria, affecting future environmental reviews. They will also hold public hearings on a Conditional Use Permit for a new annual festival event at County Line Ranch, a cannabis microbusiness special permit in Garberville, and an annual monitoring report for existing Mateel Community Center events. A consent item approves a modification to a cannabis cultivation permit in Bridgeville.
- Adopt Vehicle Miles Traveled policy resolution for CEQA thresholds (Item 25-538)
- Take 3 Presents Conditional Use Permit for a fifth annual event (up to 3,000 attendees) at County Line Ranch (Item 25-540)
- Pharming Humboldt Dreams Microbusiness Special Permit for cannabis manufacturing, distribution, and nursery in Garberville (Item 25-536)
- Matthew Puckett Conditional Use Permit Modification for 6,120-sq-ft cannabis nursery and light deprivation in Bridgeville (Item 25-542)
- Cooks Valley Special Events annual monitoring report for Mateel Community Center's Reggae on the River and Summer Arts festivals (Item 25-534)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will review the denial of two cannabis cultivation permits and a special permit for water storage ponds. The body will also consider a Coastal Development Permit for drainage improvements in the Ferndale area.
- Denial of Conditional Use Permits for Paradise Valley LLC (PLN-12303) and Paradise Mountain LLC (PLN-12301) for 36,000 sq ft of cannabis cultivation
- Special Permit (PLN-2024-19132) for Sanctuary Forest to construct two water storage ponds totaling 6 million gallons
- Coastal Development Permit (PLN-2025-19147) for City of Ferndale drainage improvements including a 0.5-acre stormwater detention basin
Board of Supervisors
The board will consider a consent calendar of routine items, including grants, contracts, and appointments. Key actions include approving $1,175,228 in grants for community outreach and support services related to CalWORKs, TANF, and CalFresh, a $288,573 agreement with Arcata House Partnership for homeless shelter services, and a $238,089 contract for Accela permitting software. Also on the agenda: a public statement on board salary increases, a vacancy appointment for the Telegraph Ridge Fire Protection District, and lease amendments for county facilities.
- $1,175,228 grant to Humboldt Network of Family Resource Centers for CalWORKs, TANF, and CalFresh outreach
- $288,573 professional services agreement with Arcata House Partnership for emergency shelter and homeless services
- $238,089 purchase order with Carahsoft for Accela permitting software, renewable up to $1,315,554 over 5 years
- Appointment of Jayne Messenger to Telegraph Ridge Fire Protection District board
- Fifth and sixth lease amendments with McKinleyville Community Services District for properties at 1606 and 1608 Pickett Road
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review a memorandum of understanding for the Foster Youth to Independence Initiative Voucher Program and a professional services agreement with Willow Glen Care Center for crisis residential treatment. The meeting also includes several proclamations and a resolution for road closures for the Garberville Rodeo Parade.
- MOU with Housing Authority of the County of Humboldt for Foster Youth to Independence Initiative Voucher Program (through Sept. 30, 2034)
- Professional services agreement with Willow Glen Care Center for crisis residential treatment services
- Resolution authorizing road closures for the Garberville Rodeo Parade on June 14, 2025
- Resolution naming a portion of Highway 101 in Fortuna in memory of Deputy James (Jim) Mowrey
- Authorization for Clerk-Recorder to execute documents for Help America Vote Act (HAVA) federal funding
🗳️ How they voted (30 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider and vote on a consent agenda that includes five conditional use and special permits for commercial cannabis cultivation in the New Harris area. The permits involve Hog Trap Farms and Finmark Farms, with total cultivation areas ranging from 7,200 to 40,000 square feet, all relying on rainwater catchment. No public hearings or non-consent items are scheduled.
- Hog Trap Farms: 13,560 sq ft outdoor + 20,000 sq ft mixed light cannabis cultivation (PLN-13336-CUP)
- Hog Trap Farms: 27,240 sq ft outdoor + 6,600 sq ft mixed light with nursery (PLN-13365-CUP)
- Finmark Farms: 40,000 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation (PLN-13337-CUP)
- Finmark Farms: 7,200 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation with generator use (PLN-13367-SP)
- Finmark Farms: 30,000 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation with nursery (PLN-13374-CUP)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator is considering several land-use permits, including a medical cannabis cultivation permit and a gravel mining renewal. The body will also review coastal development permits for a residence extension and fence construction.
- Special Permit for 9,850 sq ft outdoor medical cannabis cultivation by Cherrytree LLC in Dinsmore area
- 15-year renewal of Conditional Use/Surface Mining Permits for Branstetter Gravel Bar on Bear River
- Two-year extension for Stephens Coastal Development Permit for a 1,600 sq ft residence in Manila area
- Coastal Development Permit for Muchiru to construct a perimeter fence in Manila area
- Approval of 3,000 cubic yards annual gravel extraction for County road maintenance at Branstetter Gravel Bar
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider approving a consent calendar that includes a $680,815 contract with the Betty Kwan Chinn Homeless Foundation for temporary shelter and support services, a $382,000 agreement for the Child Abuse Services Team, and a $1.25 million supplemental budget for liability. Also on the consent calendar are several proclamations, retirement resolutions, and letters of appreciation.
- Professional services agreement with Betty Kwan Chinn Homeless Foundation for temporary shelter and support services, not to exceed $680,815, for FY 2025-26
- Inter-departmental MOU between DHHS and District Attorney's Office for Child Abuse Services Team, $382,000 per fiscal year
- Supplemental budget for liability budget unit in the amount of $1,250,000 (4/5 vote required)
- Third amendments to consultant services agreements for design engineering and environmental services for Holmes-Larabee and McCann Bridge projects
- Professional services agreement with Open Door Community Health Centers for FY 2025-26 through 2027-28
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop on a draft Inland Lighting Ordinance to reduce light pollution in unincorporated areas. The body will also consider a Conditional Use Permit for Humboldt Sanctuary Farm, LLC.
- Workshop on Draft Inland Lighting Ordinance for unincorporated Humboldt County
- Conditional Use Permit for 28,500 sq ft of outdoor cannabis cultivation at Humboldt Sanctuary Farm, LLC
- Proposed Parcel Map Subdivision of a 21,868 sq ft parcel in the Humboldt Hill area
- Conditional Use Permit for Cannibal Island Restoration Project in the Loleta area
- Proposed Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy for CEQA threshold and screening criteria
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will vote on a consent calendar of 17 items, including an exemption to the hiring freeze for a Fiscal Assistant I/II in the Auditor-Controller's office and a one-year extension of a countywide linen and laundry service contract with Mission Linen Supply for up to $444,500. Other items include appointments to boards and commissions, proclamations, and approvals of agreements and budget transfers.
- Hiring freeze exemption for 1.0 FTE Fiscal Assistant I/II in Auditor-Controller budget unit 1100-111
- Extension of linen and laundry service umbrella agreement with Mission Linen Supply for one year, increasing maximum to $444,500
- Letter of support for California Assembly Bill 993 on the Rural Certified Unified Program Agency Reimbursement Program
- Appointment of Debra Nickols to Loleta Fire Protection District Board of Commissioners
- Second amendment to legal services agreement with Murphy Austin Adams Schoenfeld LLP for construction-related legal assistance (4/5 vote required)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several administrative approvals, including aviation agreements and health service contracts. They are deciding on a construction award for park accessibility and reviewing behavioral health board bylaws.
- Award construction of Big Lagoon County Park ADA Compliance Project to Adams Commercial General Contracting, Inc.
- Authorization of contract change orders up to $80,659.00 for the Big Lagoon project
- Master services agreement with Partnership HealthPlan of California for Medi-Cal housing-related support services
- Memorandum of Agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration regarding the Non-Federal Observation Program
- Appointment of Peter Stoll and Alex Childers to the Humboldt County Behavioral Health Board
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will consider a consent‑calendar item to re‑approve a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit for 2121, LLC’s cannabis cultivation operation (Record No. PLN‑2025‑19144) in the Table Bluff area. A second item will deny four Conditional Use Permits for cannabis projects (PLN‑12278‑CUP, PLN‑12382‑CUP, PLN‑12764‑CUP, PLN‑11541‑CUP) because they are inconsistent with Humboldt County Code. Both items will be adopted as resolutions with staff reports and attached conditions.
- Approve Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit for 2121, LLC (38,465 sq ft total) – Record No. PLN‑2025‑19144
- Deny four Conditional Use Permits for cannabis projects – Record Nos. PLN‑12278‑CUP, PLN‑12382‑CUP, PLN‑12764‑CUP, PLN‑11541‑CUP
- Adopt Resolution 25‑___ for the denials, citing CEQA exemption and code inconsistency
- Attach conditions of approval (Attachment 1A) to the 2121, LLC permit
- Include staff report and supporting attachments (CEQA addendum, site plan, road evaluation, etc.)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider several resolutions and budget items, including a $75,000 supplemental grant for the Data Exchange Framework Technical Assistance program. It will also review a $9,193 community grant for a child passenger safety program, an extension of extra‑help employment hours for County Counsel, and an exception to the hiring freeze for three health‑services positions. A road‑closure resolution for the Avenue of the Giants Marathon is also on the agenda.
- Approve $75,000 supplemental budget for the Data Exchange Framework Technical Assistance Grant (FY 2024‑25)
- Accept $9,193 community grant from Coast Central Credit Union for the DHHS Child Passenger Safety Program
- Authorize extension of extra‑help employment hours for County Counsel to a maximum of 1,440 hours (4/5 vote required)
- Provide an exception to the hiring freeze to recruit three full‑time positions in DHHS (Medical Office Assistant I/II, Services Support Assistant I/II, Senior Program Manager‑Behavioral Health)
- Authorize road closures for the 53rd Annual Avenue of the Giants Marathon on May 4, 2025
🗳️ How they voted (31 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a consent agenda that includes conditional use permits for three cannabis cultivation operations (Humboldt Sanctuary Farm, Grouse Mountain Green, Old Harris Farms), a telecommunications tower at McKinleyville, and a three-year extension for a Laurel Tree Charter School coastal development permit. The Humboldt Sanctuary Farm item is recommended for continuance to March 20, 2025.
- Humboldt Sanctuary Farm CUP for 28,500 sq ft cannabis cultivation with 300,000 gallon annual water use (continued to March 20)
- Laurel Tree Charter School CDP extension for K-12 school in McKinleyville (expires May 16, 2026)
- VB BTS II telecom tower: 100-foot faux-evergreen tower in McKinleyville with exception to height limit
- Grouse Mountain Green CUP and Special Permit for 22,000 sq ft cannabis cultivation in Willow Creek area
- Old Harris Farms CUP for 19,695 sq ft cannabis cultivation in Alderpoint area
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will consider approving changes to the Project Trellis Cannabis Local Equity Program Manual, accepting state funding for transitional housing and housing navigation programs, authorizing contracts for foster youth services, and accepting grant funds for violence against women prosecution. Several ceremonial items such as proclamations and retirements are also on the consent calendar.
- Approve modifications to the County of Humboldt Project Trellis Cannabis Local Equity Program Manual (retroactive to April 9, 2024)
- Accept funding from California Department of Housing and Community Development for Transitional Housing Program and Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program (no dollar amount listed)
- Professional Services Agreement with Redwood Community Services, Inc. for mobile response services to foster children/youth (not to exceed $450,796)
- Professional Services Agreement with Redwood Community Services, Inc. for high-fidelity wraparound services to foster children/youth (not to exceed $445,879)
- Resolution authorizing District Attorney's Office to accept Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program funding ($103,191) – requires 4/5 vote
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting with a closed session to discuss existing litigation related to the Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project (FERC Project No. 77-285). No public action or discussion is scheduled on other matters.
- Closed session under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) to confer with legal counsel on Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project litigation
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several consent agenda items, including a conditional use permit to convert transient rental units at 4050 Hwy 101 in Eureka into long-term apartments. They will also vote on a conditional use permit for a self-storage facility in Glendale, and a permit for cannabis cultivation in Ettersburg. A public hearing is scheduled for a new mixed-light cannabis cultivation project in Blocksburg. Other items, such as a telecom facility and a school development permit, are continued to February 20.
- 4050 Hwy 101 Coastal Development Permit and Conditional Use Permit: conversion of second-floor transient rentals to long-term apartments at Redwood Coast Cabins and RV resort
- Lock Box Storage LLC Conditional Use Permit for a 30,290 sq ft self-storage facility on Glendale area parcel
- Humboldt Heritage Farm Management LLC Conditional Use Permit and Special Permit for 20,400 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation in Ettersburg
- HumSun 3, LLC Conditional Use Permit and Special Permit for 3.1 acres of new mixed-light cannabis cultivation in Blocksburg (public hearing)
- VB BTS II, LLC Conditional Use Permit for a 100-foot telecom monopine in McKinleyville (continued to Feb 20)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will consider approving three special permits for existing cannabis cultivation operations in Whitethorn and Miranda areas, and two sets of denials totaling 21 cannabis permit applications due to insufficient applicant evidence. The approvals include outdoor cultivation ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 square feet with water sources from springs and rainwater catchment.
- Vesuvio Gardens LLC: special permit for 10,000 sq ft outdoor cannabis cultivation and 1,000 sq ft propagation, using 100,000 gallons/year from spring and rainwater
- Birds of Paradise Farms LLC (PLN-12535-SP): 5,000 sq ft outdoor cultivation, rain-fed, plus streamside management area encroachment for micro-hydro
- Birds of Paradise Farms LLC (PLN-12533-SP): 9,960 sq ft outdoor cultivation, rain-fed, with streamside management area encroachment
- Denial of 6 cannabis permit applications (4 conditional use, 2 special permits) for lack of information
- Denial of 15 cannabis permit applications (8 conditional use, 5 special permits, 2 zoning clearance certificates) for lack of information
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar of 12 items, including accepting a federal grant for the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program, authorizing bids for the Garberville Veterans Hall project, and adopting new public office hours for social services. These items are expected to be approved in one block unless a supervisor or public comment pulls an item for separate discussion.
- Accept HUD Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant and waive nuclear-free ordinance (Item 5)
- Authorize bids for John Haynes Veterans Memorial Building (Garberville Veterans Hall) project (Item 11)
- Adopt resolution changing public office hours for Eligibility and Employment Services (Item 6)
- Renew agreement with CDPH for COVID-19 whole genome sequencing platform (Item 7)
- Approve two MOUs with Partnership HealthPlan of California for WIC and public health coordination (Items 8 & 9)
🗳️ How they voted — 15 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board will vote on a contract to replace existing door access and camera systems with Verkada equipment at multiple Humboldt County facilities, authorizing a $490,518.17 purchase and related supplemental budget. Additional items include approvals of several supplemental budgets, personnel salary actions, and a memorandum of understanding with Planned Parenthood for gonorrhea testing services.
- Approve $490,518.17 contract for Verkada door access and security cameras (4/5 vote required)
- Approve $460,651.00 supplemental budget for County Administrative Office IT projects (4/5 vote required)
- Approve $282,500 supplemental budget for Radio Infrastructure Project (4/5 vote required)
- Approve $7,781,774 supplemental budget for Health and Human Services – Behavioral Health (4/5 vote required)
- Approve MOU with Planned Parenthood Northern California for gonorrhea antimicrobial susceptibility testing
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a closed‑session conference with legal counsel to discuss existing litigation concerning the Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project (FERC Project No. 77‑285). The meeting also includes routine roll call, a salute to the flag, and adjournment. No public decisions are listed beyond the closed‑session discussion.
- Roll Call
- Salute to the Flag
- Closed Session – legal counsel conference on Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project litigation (FERC Project No. 77‑285)
- Adjournment
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider approving several consent calendar items, including a five-year airport parking management contract with LAZ Parking California, LLC, a five-year airport surveillance system contract with Vector Airport Systems, a $192,636 grant from the City of Eureka for transitional housing improvements, and a $65,787 tobacco grant from the California DOJ. Other items include personnel reclassifications, appointments to commissions, and a retirement resolution for a sheriff's sergeant.
- Approve 5-year airport parking management contract with LAZ Parking California, LLC (Feb 2025 – Jan 2030)
- Approve 5-year contract with Vector Airport Systems for landing and parking surveillance system
- Accept $192,636 grant from City of Eureka for capital improvements at 2600 Hilfiker Lane transitional housing
- Accept $65,787 California DOJ Tobacco Grant Program funding
- Allocate 1 FTE Senior Environmental Health Specialist and deallocate 1 FTE Environmental Health Specialist I/II
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review a software services agreement amendment and several personnel actions, including hiring freeze exceptions for health services. The meeting also includes various proclamations and the approval of a memorandum of understanding with the City of Fortuna for housing program administration.
- Second amendment to software services agreement with Fifth Asset, LLC for $121,000
- Hiring freeze exceptions for one Fiscal Assistant I/II, one Supervising Behavioral Health Nurse, and one Staff Services Specialist
- MOU with City of Fortuna for State of California Housing and Community Development program administration
- Resolution to secure funding from the California Department of Housing and Community Development’s Homekey Program
- Acceptance of completed storm damage repair contract for Elk Creek Road with Van Meter Logging, Inc.