Humboldt County
HCAOG denies Eureka’s RHNA appeal, advances housing plan
The board unanimously rejected Eureka’s Cycle 7 appeal and directed staff to finalize the draft Regional Housing Needs Plan.
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HCAOG accepts director’s resignation, starts interim search
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Humboldt supervisors hear pushback over sheriff’s Flock ALPR system
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HCAOG hears updated timelines for three Humboldt transportation projects
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Rio Dell council forms animal care committee after service review shift
HCAOG denies Eureka’s RHNA appeal, advances housing plan
The board unanimously rejected Eureka’s Cycle 7 appeal and directed staff to finalize the draft Regional Housing Needs Plan.
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Humboldt CountyHCAOG accepts director’s resignation, starts interim search
The board accepted Executive Director Brendan Byrd’s resignation, named a hiring committee and brought in recruitment support at its April 30 special meeting.
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Humboldt CountyHumboldt supervisors hear pushback over sheriff’s Flock ALPR system
The board’s June 2 meeting turned into a public debate over privacy, data retention and oversight of the county’s automated license plate reader program.
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Humboldt CountyHCAOG hears updated timelines for three Humboldt transportation projects
Caltrans told the board the Indianola undercrossing is nearing completion, Eureka Slough bridge traffic has shifted north for repairs and South Broadway/Hilfiker signal work should wrap by late summer.
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Humboldt CountyRio Dell council forms animal care committee after service review shift
The council created a temporary ad hoc committee and appointed Mayor Pro Tem Carter and Mayor Garnes to review animal care and control options.
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Fortuna council backs community-led economic development work group
Council gave conceptual support to a new local effort focused on downtown vitality, housing, business support and city services after presenters said Fortuna needs a fresh economic vision.
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Eureka agenda puts up to $274,000 Placeworks contract on June 2 consent calendar
City staff are recommending a professional services agreement with Placeworks for housing and safety element updates, including CEQA review.
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Humboldt planning agenda advances 750-acre Rio Dell-area timberland reclassification
The Planning Commission’s June 4 agenda includes a staff-backed rezoning that would change about 750 acres in the Rio Dell area to Timberland Production Zone.
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Humboldt planning staff recommends denial of two Samoa short-term rental applications
The June 4 Planning Commission agenda also bundles other Samoa-area rental cases for approval, but recommends denials for Sandy Toes and Oceanview.
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Arcata council backs rental inspection fee overhaul after hearing program runs deep deficit
Council signaled support for a per-unit fee structure and simpler renewals for the residential rental inspection program, which staff said costs about $115,000 a year but brings in only about $31,000.
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Fortuna shifts many building permits to valuation-based fees, keeping a public subsidy in place
The council adopted a new fee schedule for 2026-27 that raises most building fees 2.9% and changes many permit charges to a valuation-based model.
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Arcata council moves to abate nuisance conditions at 4600 West End Road
After an April hearing and a 30-day extension, city staff say the violations remain unresolved and are asking council to authorize abatement and cost recovery.
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Arcata council agenda moves coastal program update toward adoption
The March 4 agenda includes old business to initiate adoption of Arcata’s comprehensive Local Coastal Program update, which the city says is exempt from CEQA under state guidelines.
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Humboldt County
Arcata adopts regional climate plan, approves emergency culvert repairs and hears Measure G renewal update
Council signed off on the county climate plan, moved to fix failed culverts on West End Road and got a staff briefing on a possible 2026 Measure G renewal.
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Arcata council introduces cannabis lounge permitting ordinance
Council unanimously advanced Ordinance 1586, which would create a clearer path for cannabis consumption lounge permits and allow temporary consumption at special events.
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Arcata council hears Measure G renewal pitch as tax nears 2029 sunset
Staff said the city is considering a 2026 ballot renewal for Measure G, along with an advisory question aimed at boosting road funding.
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Arcata council unanimously adopts Iran resolution after moving it to the top of the agenda
The March 18 vote came after extensive public comment, with the council elevating the resolution to hear it sooner and then approving it unanimously.
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Arcata coastal plan hearing revises sea-level-rise map and lighting rules
Council members reviewed changes to the city’s Local Coastal Program update, including a revised sea-level-rise map and tighter outdoor lighting standards, before the item returns March 18.
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Arcata council moves to repeal inactive Public Safety Committee
Council introduced Ordinance No. 1584 after staff said the committee has not met since April 2023 and all seven community seats are vacant.
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Arcata agenda proposes three-year bike-share extension with higher Cal Poly Humboldt payment
The March 4 council packet would extend the city-university bike share agreement for three more years and raise Cal Poly Humboldt’s annual contribution to $43,000.
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Arcata approves emergency West End Road culvert repair after sinkholes, low bid comes in at $121,000
City leaders authorized emergency procurement and reserve spending for repairs at 4700 West End Road after staff reported failed culverts and sinkholes along North Fork of James Creek.
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Arcata adopts county regional climate plan as its own local climate action plan
The City Council formally approved Resolution No. 256-51, making the Humboldt County Regional Climate Action Plan Arcata’s Climate Action Plan and adopting related CEQA findings.
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Fortuna council sends sales tax measure to November ballot amid deficit warning
City staff said Fortuna faces a structural general fund deficit and more than $1.9 million in lost purchasing power, while polling showed the tax proposal could clear a majority with more information but remains vulnerable to opposition messaging.
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Fortuna enacts mobile home park rent stabilization rules after months of public comment
The council adopted an urgency ordinance creating new rent rules for mobile home parks, including a 5% cap on CPI-based increases, after a 4-1 vote and a split public hearing.
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