California’s new 2022 Building Standards Code, also known as Title 24, will go into effect Jan. 1, 2023. All plans or permit applications submitted on or after Jan. 1, 2023, must comply with the updated codes. Read on for more information...
The Humboldt County Office of Elections will continue to post the results of the Nov. 8 General Election every Friday starting Friday, Nov. 18 and leading up to the certification of the election prior to Thursday, Dec. 8. Read on for more information...
The California Statewide General Election is Tuesday, Nov. 8, and the Humboldt County Office of Elections would like to remind Humboldt County residents that there is still time to avoid the lines and vote early. Read on for more information...
Lyft ridesharing service is now available to and from the California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport. This new service will help increase transportation options that residents and visitors have when traveling to or from the airport. Read on for more information...
Monday, Oct. 24 is the last day to register to vote in the November 8th California Statewide General Election and receive your ballot in the mail. Eligible Humboldt County residents who miss the voter registration deadline still have access to vote. Read on for more information...
The North Coast Regional Department of Child Support Services office, located at 2420 6th Street in Eureka, will be closed to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 19 to allow all department staff to participate in employee training. Read on for more information...
The County of Humboldt’s upcoming efforts to update its broad economic development strategy is hitting the road and two public meetings will be held in Willow Creek and Hoopa in November. All community members are invited to attend. Read on for more information...
The Humboldt County Planning and Building Department will be recommending zoning changes in the coming months to accommodate Tiny House Villages. In order to generate meaningful recommendations, we invite all community members to complete this survey. Read on to take the survey...
The Humboldt County Office of Elections encourages Humboldt County voters to get prepared for the upcoming General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 8. Read on for more information...
The County of Humboldt will use Monday, Oct. 10 as an opportunity to efficiently provide important training to employees. County offices will be closed to the public on as staff participates this training. Read on for more information...
The Humboldt County Office of Elections has discovered an error in the Impartial Analysis by County Counsel for Measure Q in the Humboldt County Voter Information Guide for the Statewide General Election. Read on for more information...
Local homeowners who have fallen behind on their property tax payments during the COVID-19 pandemic are encouraged to check their eligibility to apply for California Mortgage Relief Program funds. Read on for more information...
The first set of recreational trails and the Northridge Parking Area of the McKay Community Forest are now open for public use. Read on for more information...
The Office of Elections will conduct logic and accuracy testing of the county’s voting machines on Monday, Oct. 3 at 9 a.m. The testing will be broadcast live for the public on the Access Humboldt YouTube Channel and on Suddenlink cable TV channel 11. Read on for more information...
The County of Humboldt is seeking private defense lawyers to serve as panel attorneys in Humboldt County’s Court-Appointed Attorney Program. Read on to apply...
The Planning and Building Department office at 3015 H Street in Eureka, will close to the public at noon on Friday, Nov. 4, to allow all department staff to participate in an afternoon training. Read on...
The County of Humboldt’s upcoming efforts to update its broad economic development strategy is hitting the road and six public meetings will be held throughout the county in August and September. All community members are invited to attend. Read on for more information...
Elections staff plans to be available on from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the 34th Annual Hoopa Sovereign Days celebration on Friday, August 12 to provide voter registration services and candidate filing services for the upcoming statewide General Election. Read on for more information...
Funding from the Department of Cannabis Control will soon be available to Humboldt County cannabis cultivators. These funds will support projects to install water storage and conservation equipment and replace generators with renewable energy systems. Read on for more information...
Congressman Huffman has helped the Department of Aviation secure $850,000 in grant funds from the US Department of Transportation’s Small Community Air Service Development Program to be used to attract additional air service for a northbound route. Read on...
The County of Humboldt is seeking applicants for open seats on several county advisory boards, committees, and commissions. Read on for more information...
Humboldt County is exploring regional planning and adaptation to address the impacts of sea level rise in the Humboldt Bay area. As a first step, the county compiled a Humboldt Bay Sea Level Rise Regional Planning Feasibility Study Stakeholder Catalogue. Read on...
The Humboldt County Assessor has completed the 2022 assessment roll. The values are now available online and can be searched by parcel number, assessment number, or street address. Read on...
Each year the County of Humboldt's Fish & Game Advisory Commission awards grant funds to local projects, and the Humboldt County Fish & Game Grant Program is currently accepting proposals. Applications must be submitted by Wednesday, July 13. Read on...
The county has prepared a Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) for the Nordic Aquafarms California, LLC – Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit application (Case Number PLN-2020-16698), and the report is now available on the county’s website. Read more about the Final EIR
The county today executed a separation agreement with current Auditor-Controller Karen Paz Dominguez stating she is resigning effective July 1. Auditor-Controller-elect Cheryl Dillingham will serve as interim Auditor-Controller effective upon resignation. Read more about the separation and transition
The Department of Aviation is excited to announce that The Grind Café is officially landing at the California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport on Thursday, June 30. To celebrate their grand opening, a ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Read on...
This afternoon an aircraft destined for the California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport made an emergency landing in a field in the Arcata Bottoms. Four people were on board, and all walked away from the landing site with no reported injuries. Read more on the emergency landing...
The Humboldt County Office of Elections will continue to post the results of the June 7 Primary Election every Friday leading up to the certification of the election prior to Thursday, July 7. Read on...
The County of Humboldt is seeking public comment for the proposed installation of a 5-foot-wide polyester mat along the beach access corridor at the northern parking lot of Clam Beach County Park. Read on...
The County of Humboldt applauds the strong and sustained efforts of Governor Newsom, Senator Mike McGuire and Assemblymember Jim Wood to bring much-needed relief to small and independent cannabis farmers in Humboldt County. Read on...
The child care system was devastated during the COVID-19 pandemic, and in order to help stabilize the system and ensure families have access to child care, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $4.8 million child care grant and loan program. Read on...
The draft McKay Community Forest Stewardship Plan has been released for public review and comment. The Forest Stewardship Plan is the county’s guidance document for managing the McKay Community Forest over the next ten to fifteen years. Read on...
Avelo Airlines informed Humboldt County officials that they will discontinue service between the California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport and the Las Vegas International Airport. The last flights between ACV-LAS will be on Sunday, May 1. Read on...
Thanks to successful advocacy efforts from Senator Padilla and Congressman Huffman, two important projects in Humboldt County were authorized by Congress to receive a total of $5.2 million as part of the federal government’s Fiscal Year 2022 budget. Read on...
Attend a virtual workshop on Wednesday, April 13 to learn more about the resources and tools available to you through Humboldt County's Planning and Building Department aimed to help you build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on your property. Read on...
With the goal of creating new jobs and economic growth, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors recently adopted a resolution establishing the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) for the Samoa Peninsula. Read on...
The county has acquired an easement from California Redwood Company, a subsidiary of Green Diamond Resource Company, to develop approximately 1 mile of the Humboldt Bay Trail on the levee surrounding the Brainard mill site. Read more about the Humboldt Bay Trail
If you are currently working in the cannabis industry or interested in starting a cannabis business, College of the Redwoods (CR) is now offering a program to help you get started or improve your business. Read about the Cannabis Business Training Program
Are you interested in up-zoning your property to allow multifamily housing at no cost to you? If “yes” is your response, please join us for a zoom workshop discussing this great opportunity to increase the value of your property. Read more about Up-Zoning
The Citizens’ Advisory Committee on Measure Z Expenditures, a group that advises the Board of Supervisors on Measure Z funds, will soon be evaluating proposals that make Humboldt a better, safer place to live. Read more about Measure Z
The Plaintiff and County of Humboldt have submitted an agreed upon stipulation to dismiss the ongoing litigation in U.S., ex rel. Doe v. County of Humboldt, Case No. CV 17-cv-05090-RMI. Read on...
The county has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Nordic Aquafarms California, LLC - Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit Application, and the Planning and Building Department will receive public comment through Feb. 18. Read more about the Nordic Aquafarms Project
This message contains instructions for those who cultivated less than their permitted square footage in 2021 and have not submitted a Cultivation Reduction Form, OR, if their 2021 tax bill should go to the permit holder instead of the property owner. Read on...
Demonstrating some of the most innovative statewide programs, the County of Humboldt was again recognized as a recipient of this year’s state Challenge Awards, this time for its Next Step Program and Interactive Video for Certifying Business Reopening. Read more about the county's innovative program
The Planning & Building Department – Long Range Planning Division is looking for architects and designers interested in having their duplex plans pre-approved and featured on the County Planning and Building website. Read more about plan pre-approvals
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors today appointed Weylan Shaw as the Interim Agricultural Commissioner. Shaw will replace current Ag Commissioner Jeff Dolf, who after 34 years in public service submitted his letter of resignation, effective Dec. 31 Read on...
With the purpose of encouraging creativity in partnership models for new sources of funding and financing, the Innovative Finance for National Forest (IFNF) Grant Program recently awarded $84,986 to the County of Humboldt’s Economic Development Division. Read on...
Working to overcome the financial challenges of the current commercial cannabis marketplace, local cannabis cultivators have an opportunity to receive funding through the Project Trellis Emergency Cultivation Micro-Grant. Read on...
The Planning & Building Department – Long Range Planning Division is looking for homeowners with an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) or tenants who live in one to tell their ADU story. If they use your story, you’ll receive up to $200. Read on...
Beginning Friday, Nov. 12, Second District Supervisor Michelle Bushnell will relocate her office hours from Redway to the new Garberville Campus Complex. The community is welcome to visit with Supervisor Bushnell each Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Read on...
The Humboldt County Planning and Building Department is currently closed due to a crash that shut off power, telephone and internet connectivity to the building. Planning and Building is hopeful the connection will be restored by tomorrow. Read on...
On Nov. 5, at around 8 a.m., an inspection and abatement warrant was served at the Green Valley Motel on State Highway 101 in Orick. The occupants were vacated and the motel was boarded up to prevent entry. Read on...
Humboldt County is recirculating portions of the North McKay Ranch Subdivision Project Draft EIR in response to a shift in state law regarding the determination of significance of transportation impacts. Read on...
As cannabis emerges as a statewide industry, the county is looking at ways to maintain a competitive advantage to preserve and strengthen the regional brand. To achieve this goal, the county is issuing a new Request For Proposals (RFP). Read on...
The County of Humboldt’s Planning and Building Department received over 70 applications for the Homebuyer Assistance Loan Program Wait List by noon on Wednesday, just hours after it opened to the public. Read on...
Home prices have risen dramatically in Humboldt County and some much-needed assistance could be on the way for aspiring homebuyers. The county has received two grants to assist lower-income community households to buy a house. Read on...
The County of Humboldt will use an upcoming holiday as an opportunity to provide vital training to employees on subjects like the Americans with Disabilities Act, ethics, discrimination and sexual harassment among other topics. Read on...
The Board of Supervisors has selected Elishia Hayes as County Administrative Officer (CAO). Hayes will be responsible for overseeing the county’s annual $500 million budget, carrying out policies, rules and regulations implemented by the Board. Read on...
The County of Humboldt will hold a grand opening ceremony on Oct. 13 for the $3.1 million Garberville Campus Complex. The facility will serve as a more modern, energy-efficient community center with a library, Sheriff’s substation and conference room. Read on...
Make your voice heard for the future of housing on the North Coast. The County of Humboldt Planning and Building Department invites residents to share housing insights and participate in three community listening sessions occurring in October. Read on...
The upcoming California Gubernatorial Recall Election is Sept. 14, and registered voters in the Willow Creek and Hoopa areas that have been evacuated or are under evacuation warning are encouraged to turn in their voted ballot now. Read on...
With the surge of COVID-19 cases, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors met in special session this morning and voted to continue virtual meetings. The board previously decided to return to in-person meetings starting on Tuesday, Aug. 10. Read on...
Beginning tomorrow, Friday, July 30 the county will be requiring all employees and members of the public to wear a mask while inside county facilities, even those who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19. This is a mandatory requirement, not a recommendation Read about masking requirement
After receiving a recommendation from the Humboldt County Drought Task Force, the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, July 20, adopted a resolution proclaiming a countywide local emergency due to drought. Read on...
If you have a great idea that could promote business growth or job creation in Humboldt County, consider applying for a grant award through the County of Humboldt’s Headwaters Grant Fund. Applications will be accepted from July 16 through August 20. Read on...
Election workers are needed as the Humboldt County Office of Elections is gearing up for the quickly approaching California Gubernatorial Recall Election on Sept.14. Read on...
The Humboldt County Prosperity Network invites residents to join in conversation to explore how changes in broadband access and internet connectivity will affect businesses in our community. The virtual meeting will be held via ZOOM on Wednesday, July 21 Read on...
With the goal of creating new jobs and economic growth, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors recently approved the formation of the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District for the Samoa Peninsula. Read more about the Samoa EIFD
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will seek to finalize the appointments of Elishia Hayes to the position of Acting County Administrative Officer (CAO) and Luke Brownfield to the position of Acting Public Defender, at their meeting on June 29. Read on...
The City of Trinidad has received a state grant to prepare a Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP). Please provide your input in regards to roadway safety in the City of Trinidad. Read on...
Today, President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, establishing June 19 as a federal holiday. The majority of county offices will be closed on Friday, June 18 in observance of Juneteenth National Independence Day. Read on...
Communication is critical during an emergency and a long overdue radio system improvement project linking first responders and other agencies is underway for the County of Humboldt. A significant portion of the project will occur this evening. Read on...
On Tuesday, June 22, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to hear the appeal of the Arcata Land Company cannabis permit approved by the Planning Commission. The deadline for receiving written comments is being extended to June 16. Read on...
With months of low rainfall and warm temperatures, another wildfire season has arrived early in Humboldt County. Residents can do their part to prevent fires and sign up for emergency notifications from Humboldt Alert. Read on...
For the second year in a row, the County of Humboldt today was awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for the county’s FY 2020-21 budget. Read on...
In response to the comments received from the public on the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration, the County has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Nordic Aquafarms Project and two public scoping meetings are scheduled. Read on...
In light of the Court of Appeal’s decision in Silva v. County of Humboldt, taxpayers may submit an application for a potential full or partial refund of excise tax paid under Measure S between the years of 2017 through 2021. Read more about the application process
The Humboldt County cannabis industry for many decades has been a significant economic driver, and as cannabis emerges as a statewide industry the county is looking at ways to maintain a competitive advantage to preserve and strengthen the regional brand. Read on...
If you are interested in helping local people navigate cannabis regulations, consider becoming a contracted Qualified Cannabis Consultant with the County of Humboldt. Read on...
The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (Go-Biz), in partnership with the Bureau of Cannabis Control recently awarded the County of Humboldt $1,055,870 in funding through the Cannabis Equity Grants (CEG) Program. Read on...
The Wildlife Conservation Board today approved a grant award of $574,980 to Humboldt County to develop a water management plan for Humboldt County’s 1959 contract for water releases from Trinity Reservoir. Read on...
The County of Humboldt has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Nordic Aquafarms California, LLC – Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit application in accordance with the State California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. Read on...
Springtime growth can become a safety concern when hedges, bushes, and other vegetation grows over roadways and sidewalks. Sometimes, trees and vegetation cover up street signs. Garbage cans also pose an obstacle to pedestrians and drivers. Read on...
United Airlines, the Humboldt County Department of Aviation, and Fly Humboldt announced today that United Airlines will resume its nonstop service from Humboldt County (ACV) to Denver International Airport (DEN) starting June 3. Read on...
Libraries across the country will observe National Library Outreach Day on Wednesday, April 7. The Humboldt County Bookmobile travels to far reaches of the county every month and is eagerly greeted wherever it goes. Read on...
Property taxes are due now! take a moment today and pay. Payments for the 2nd installment are considered timely if they are postmarked by April 12, 2021. Read on...
If you are interested in taking a closer look at the county’s finances, and particularly how it will address issues found in its annual financial audits, consider applying to serve on the first-ever Humboldt County Audit Committee. Read more about the Audit Committee
If you are considering cultivating cannabis this season without an approved permit and state license, please consider applying for an expedited permit for a small cultivation area of 2,000 square feet or less. Read on...
The Humboldt County Treasurer-Tax Collector was made aware of a fraudulent claim and hereby notifies the public that the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s office does not issue Distraint Warrants Read on...
With the continued goal of promoting safety between public use airports and the communities that surround them, Humboldt County is asking for feedback on the draft 2021 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP). Read on...
If you have ever wanted to play a vital role in the decision making for our community, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors are seeking members for the Planning Commission and the Measure Z Citizen Advisory Committee. Read on...
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors in February recognized the North Fork Lumber Company in Korbel, selected as the 2020 “Best Business” to work for. Read on...
Due to a county holiday on Feb. 15, Measure Z applications for FY 21-22 will be due on Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 5 p.m. Once complete, please submit them to the County Administrative Office. Read on...
The County of Humboldt’s Agricultural Commissioner’s Office/Sealer of Weights and Measures encourages residents to be aware after a local motor fuel retailer on Thursday discovered a credit card skimming device that was installed in one of their gas pumps Read on...
More than $1.2 million in funding is available through the County of Humboldt’s Project Trellis Local Equity Program V1.0, to help individuals in the local cannabis community and to further equity among those impacted by the war on drugs. Read on...
Tools for building trails in the McKay Community Forest that were recently stolen have been replaced thanks to the generosity of several local businesses. Read on...
Local businesses and non-profits that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic are getting some much-needed financial support as the county has distributed nearly $2 million in General Fund dollars to these entities over the last 4 months. Read on...
Supervisor-Elect Michelle Bushnell and Supervisors Rex Bohn and Mike Wilson will all begin new four-year terms on the Board of Supervisors following a swearing-in ceremony on Monday, Jan. 4. Read on...
The majority of county facilities and operations will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25 for upcoming holidays. Essential functions including law enforcement and supervision of 24-hour facilities will all remain in operation. Read on...
With the passage of Measure I, Humboldt County can now access previously unavailable state and federal money and help increase the supply of housing affordable to seniors, people with disabilities, working families and lower income residents. Read on...
Some important changes in leadership to several county departments include Jefferson Billingsley to County Counsel, Linda Le to Human Resources Director, Bennett Hoffman as Child Support Services Director and Chris Cooper as Director of Library Services. Read on...
Humboldt County residents are one step closer to potentially having new forest trails to enjoy on the North Coast. The County of Humboldt today released the final McKay Community Forest Trail Plan along with the associated environmental report. Read on...
County of Humboldt campgrounds will be closed starting Wednesday due to the surge of COVID-19 cases. All parks and trails operated by the county are open for day use except Freshwater Park. Read on...
Working to overcome the financial and logistical challenges of coming into compliance with state law, the local cannabis industry has an opportunity to receive funding through the County of Humboldt’s Project Trellis Cannabis Business Micro-Grant. Read on...
The County of Humboldt earned the trifecta as a recipient of the CSAC Challenge Awards. The Criminal Multi-Casualty Incident Protocol won the Innovation Award, Project Trellis won the Merit Award, and the Surveyor’s Library received the Challenge Award. Read on...
The County of Humboldt’s office of Economic Development (GoHumCo) has partnered with the North Coast Journal and other local sponsors on a campaign which is aimed at identifying the best places to work in Humboldt County. Read on...
The County of Humboldt will hold a virtual public workshop on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 7 pm to 8:30 pm to update the community on the Samoa Peninsula Wastewater Project. Read on...
The Humboldt County Probation Department is pleased to announce a Request For Proposal (RFP) for community based organizations to provide juvenile delinquency prevention services. The Grant is up to $150,000 over a 2-year, six-month period Read on...
The County Administrative Office of Economic Development won a gold category award for its Humboldt Opioid National Dislocated Worker Grant, a project in the category of Economic Equity and Inclusion of the International Economic Development Council. Read on...
The Garberville branch of the Humboldt County Library is excited to announce some upcoming changes in service with the construction of a new library. During construction, the library will be housed in the DHHS office at 727 Cedar Street in Garberville. Read on...
With the goal of making sure people with disabilities have the same opportunities, Humboldt County is looking for public input on its county-wide ADA Compliance Plan and the specific ADA Compliance Plan for County Maintained Roads. Read on...
The Second Installment of Excise Taxes for the 2019 cultivation year is due now and the last day to pay without penalties is October 15, 2020. Read on...
The Board of Supervisors approved an allocation of $600,000 to the County's Small Business Restart and Recovery (SBRR) grant program. This allocation supplements the authorized $3.2 million relief program for local small businesses affected by COVID-19. Read on...
The County of Humboldt will use an upcoming holiday as an opportunity to efficiently provide important training to employees on subjects like the Americans with Disabilities Act, ethics, discrimination and sexual harassment and more Read on...
Due to the ongoing fire emergency near the southern Humboldt County line, the county’s virtual two town hall meetings are being rescheduled to Sept. 29 and Oct. 2. Read more about the cannabis marketing assessment
The County of Humboldt will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 2 for the start of construction of the new Garberville Campus Complex that will serve as a community center with a library, Sheriff’s substation and conference room. Read on...
Apply now to serve as an Election Worker! This is a great way to earn experience (individuals as young as 16 can apply), extra money and help ensure our election runs smoothly. Compensation varies from $20/day (+ mileage) to $15.81/hr, or $430 for 4 days. Read more about serving in this election
Local businesses can now submit their applications to receive a share of $3.2 million the County of Humboldt made available through its Small Business Restart & Recovery Grant Program. Read on...
County staff recently completed a Cannabis Marketing Assessment that will be used to inform the county-funded marketing strategy for the industry. Staff now needs the community to review the report and provide their perspective on the conclusions. Read on...
The Humboldt County-Department of Aviation will be holding live-fire training at the California Redwood Coast – Humboldt County Airport (ACV) on Monday, August 17 from 7:00 AM until Tuesday, August 18 at 4:30 PM. Read on...
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors recently authorized a $3.289 million relief program for local small businesses that are affected by COVID-19 and have had their reopening plans approved by the county, and funding is now available. Read more about the SBRR
Feedback on the newly created draft 2020 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) was extended to August 27 to allow more time for public review and use of the recently added interactive mapping tools. Read on...
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors approved an allocation of CARES Act funding for the Small Business Restart & Recovery Grant Program. This program will provide direct aid to small and locally owned and operated businesses impacted by COVID-19. Read on...
People with mobility disabilities can now enjoy Clam Beach County Park with two accessible beach wheelchairs that are free to the public. The County of Humboldt received grant funding from the Coastal Conservancy to purchase the wheelchairs. Read on...
To acknowledge and celebrate the work probation professionals do every day to keep Humboldt County safe, July 19-25, is Pretrial Probation Parole Supervision Week. Read on...
With the purpose of promoting safety between public use airports and the communities that surround them, Humboldt County is looking for feedback on the newly created Draft Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan. Read more about Airport Land Use Plan
The Humboldt County Administrative Office’s Economic Development Team (GOHumCo) is seeking volunteers to serve on two newly created working groups that will be vital to local economic development and pandemic recovery. Read more about GOHumCO
Child Support Awareness Month is each August, and California Child Support Services is reminding parents that Humboldt along with 48 county child support agencies across the state, offers a range of services to assist parents in supporting their children. Read about Child Support
To help better plan for significant infrastructure improvements, Humboldt County is looking for public input on its draft Facilities Master Plan. The plan and survey is available on the county website and open until August 6. Read more about the Facilities Master Plan
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors today voted to approve the purchase of 197 acres of forestland southeast of Eureka to expand the McKay Community Forest. Read on...
Due to construction at Access Humboldt, today’s regularly scheduled Humboldt County Board of Supervisors meeting, which begins at 9, am can be viewed via Zoom. Click below for the link to this meeting. Get the link to stream today's meeting
Due to construction at Access Humboldt, The Humboldt County Budget Hearings scheduled for Monday, June 15, at 1:30 and 5:30pm can be viewed via Zoom at this link: How to view the public hearing
Flight service to southern California will return this summer with new health guidelines to ensure the safety of passengers and airport workers during this difficult time. The daily flight directly to LAX is scheduled to resume July 6. Read more about developments at ACV
oday, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $300,000 in supplemental funding for ongoing redevelopment work on the Humboldt Bay. Humboldt County is one of 25 successful Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) grantees nationally Read more about this grant
In order to help the county's cannabis Local Equity Program, a piece of Project Trellis, the state asked the county to collect anonymous demographic information on local cannabis industry participants. Please take a minute to fill out this short survey. Read more about the survey
Following an extensive planning and construction process, the county has recently completed seismic repair and renovation work at the historic Eureka Veterans Hall done in response earthquake damage impacted the building. Read more about the Eureka Vets Building Reopening
While this coming weekend will not be a typical Memorial Day weekend, residents are still encouraged to continue to engage in outdoor recreational activities during the holiday, however they must adhere to safety practices. Read more about county parks
As Humboldt County moves further into Phase 2 of the state’s plan to reopen services, the County of Humboldt is scheduled to re-open its facilities to the public beginning Monday, May 18. Read more about reopening
The North Coast Resource Partnership recently announced the approval of $13.6 million in state funding for a variety of integrated projects that will support water security, enhance stream habitats, improve forest health and increase fire resiliency. Read more about the NCRP
Individuals who are experiencing financial hardship as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic were recently provided additional tenant protections by the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors. Read more about the Eviction Defense Ordinance
If you are paying your property taxes late due to the COVID-19 emergency, you can pay without a penalty by completing an affidavit on the county website. Read more about late payment exemption
The Humboldt County Library is expanding online access to e-books, audio books, magazines, and databases with the e-account, a new electronic account for Humboldt County residents who do not currently have a library card. Read on...
Are you looking for activities and curricula to help your children? The UC youth development program known as 4-H has been converting their educational programs for free online use. Read more about online UCCE programs
Due to the conditions surrounding the local emergency related to COVID-19 the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors decided today to cancel the April 7 meeting. The next regularly scheduled Board meeting is April 14. Read about the Board schedule
Due to the evolving COVID-19 situation the Treasurer-Tax Collectors Office is now closed to the public. Taxpayers must pay their property taxes by mail, automated phone system (855-335-3132), or online at the county's website. Read more about the Treasurer and Property Taxes
During this time of emergency, state and federal guidance requires the county to provide services in ways that are not typical. Until further notice, the county is implementing social distancing practices to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Read more about county operations
Due to the conditions surrounding the local emergency related to COVID-19 the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors decided today to cancel the March 24 meeting. The next scheduled Board meeting is April 7. Read about the Board schedule
In order to appropriately address concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic and protect public health and safety, the Planning Commission meeting of March 19 is being cancelled and all items being continued to the April 16 meeting. Read more about the Planning Commission
The Adult Drug Court Program invites the public to celebrate the completion of its program by 17 participants, the program's biggest graduation class yet. Read more about Adult Drug Court
Local housing efforts could see a boost in funding after the upcoming Board of Supervisors meeting in which bids will be opened for the sale of a 6.74-acre county property in Myrtletown. Read more about affordable housing and this sale
The County of Humboldt’s Agricultural Commissioner’s Office/Sealer of Weights and Measures (Sealer’s Office) this week became aware of an apparent attempt to install a credit card “skimmer” in local gas pump payment card reader at two different locations Read on...
Last week the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issued its proposal for new Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) guidelines, and residents in Humboldt County and around the state are welcome to share their thoughts. Read more about PSPS guidelines
On a crisp and clear morning late last year, around 20 volunteer firefighters, landowners and community members gathered on a plot of land outside of the small rural community of Kneeland in Humboldt County. Read more about prescribed burns in Humboldt
The County of Humboldt today was awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association for the county’s FY 2019-20 budget. It is the first time ever the County of Humboldt has earned this prestigious award. Read more about the county's budget
The Redwood Community Action Agency (RCAA) is seeking proposals for Architectural Design Services for the Murray Duplexes in McKinleyville. Read more about RCAA's request for proposals
The County of Humboldt is moving on from acquiring the properties on 4th Street in Eureka to pursue other lots that better fit its long-term vision of creating more centralized, campus-style facilities for county services. Read more about plans for county campuses
Due to extraordinary public interest in the Humboldt Wind Energy project, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors has set a special meeting to consider the appeal. Read more about the Board's special meeting
One of Garton’s recent accomplishments has been to transform the local surveyor index from an antiquated system to an online database. Read more about the Surveyor of the Year
LET’S DISCUSS THE COMMUNITY’S VISION FOR THE TOWN CENTER!
When: Dec. 11, 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Where: McKinleyville Pop-Up Museum, 1520 City Center Road, McKinleyville Read more about the workshop
While PG&E is reporting that power has been restored to all customers in Humboldt County, OES urges residents to be kind to PG&E workers as they inspect and repair power lines. Also, consider shopping locally to help businesses impacted by the PSPS. Read the Wednesday morning update
The information we are receiving from PG&E is that Humboldt County is no longer in scope and will remain with power throughout the evening. Continue to be prepared for future outages... Read on...
On Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, Humboldt County published the study evaluating potential environmental impacts for the proposed acquisition and develop of three parcels located on Fourth Street between K and L Streets within the City of Eureka. Read more about the study
The County of Humboldt will again use an upcoming holiday as an opportunity to efficiently provide important training to employees on subjects like the Americans with Disabilities Act, ethics, discrimination and sexual harassment and more. Read more about All Hands Training Day
Those involved in the local cannabis industry will have two opportunities to receive funding through the county’s Project Trellis to help their businesses and combat the effect of the war on drugs. Read more about Project Trellis
According to the National association of Drug Court professionals, statistics show that 75 percent of Drug Court graduates will never return to the criminal system. Read more about Drug Court
The Redwood Coast Energy Authority continues efforts to update its guiding plan with two public workshops. Both workshops will be held at the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center, 721 Waterfront Drive in Eureka, Room 203. Read more about RCEA's energy planning efforts
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved several agreements which will allow construction work at the county’s Juvenile Hall Replacement Facility Project to resume immediately. Read more about the Juvenile Hall construction
As of 8 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, PG&E is reporting that it has restored power to approximately 75,000 customers in Humboldt County. Read the Thursday morning update
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) is reporting that it has been given the “all clear” to immediately begin the process to restore power to the county. Please note that this does not mean that electricity will be restored immediately to the entire county. Read about the Wednesday evening update
As of 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9, most or all Humboldt County residents remain without power after Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) shut off power early this morning as part of a planned Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) that originated in another county. Read on...
PG&E plans to open Community Resource Centers (CRC) at Redwood Acres Fairgrounds at 3750 Harris St. in Eureka and College of the Redwoods main campus at 7351 Tompkins Hill Rd. in Eureka by midday today. Read about Wednesday morning updates
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) has notified the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services (Sheriff’s OES) that Humboldt County will lose power at midnight tonight due to de-energization of two transmission lines originating in Shasta County. Read more about the shutdown
Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services (Sheriff’s OES) is preparing for the potential shutdown of PG&E power to areas of Humboldt County. Read more about PSPS in Humboldt
The county is committing that small farmers can have their applications processed to decision in time for the 2020 cultivation season. Read more about small farm permitting
The County of Humboldt’s Economic Development Division is pleased to announce a Request for Proposals for the collective branding, promoting, and marketing of Humboldt County’s cannabis industry. Read more about the cannabis marketing RFP
After listening to public comments and holding three workshops, the Planning & Building Department has developed draft regulations for industrial hemp cultivation. Read about community workshops
Construction begins tonight on a project to bring the Victim Witness Program and Child Abuse Services Team into the Courthouse, as well as updating heating and cooling equipment for the building. Read more about this construction project
Construction begins tonight on a project to bring the Victim Witness Program and Child Abuse Services Team into the Courthouse, as well as updating heating and cooling equipment for the building. Read more about this construction project
If you can demonstrate that you were cultivating prior to 2016 you can still apply for permits to come into compliance. Read more about cultivation permit info
On Thursday, Sept. 19 the Planning Commission consider amendments to the Humboldt County Zoning Maps for areas outside the Blue Lake, Fieldbrook-Glendale, and Willow Creek Community Planning Areas and the McKinleyville Town Center Area. Read more about proposed zoning map amendments
Some flights at the California Redwood Coast – Humboldt County Airport may be affected from now through Monday as a result of necessary upgrades being done by the FAA to their navigational equipment on the airport’s main runway. Read more about airport news
August is Child Support Awareness Month and North Coast Child Support is reminding parents that Humboldt, along with 48 county and regional child support agencies across the state, offers a range of services to assist parents in supporting their children. Read more about Child Support Awareness Month
Second District Supervisor Estelle Fennell and the Planning & Building Department invites community members to attend an open house event at their new shared county facility in Redway on Monday, July 29. Read more about the Open House Event
On Monday, July 15, PG&E will host an open house for community members to learn about the company's Community Wildfire Safety Program. Read more about PG&E's Open House
The EPIC Symposium is designed to bring economic development and business professionals together to share information on programs, incentives and other resources that will help spur economic growth in the region. Read about the EPIC Symposium
In an effort to provide Southern Humboldt residents with better access to their elected official and the Planning & Building Department, the county will open a satellite office in Redway on Monday, June 17. Read about the satellite office in Redway
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors is seeking nominations to appoint a representative to the Partnership HealthPlan of California Board of Commissioners. Read more about serving on Partnership Board
A months-long construction project that included a full, colorful overhaul of the playground and other facilities at Freshwater Park will be unveiled to the public on Friday, June 7. Read more about improvements at Freshwater Park
The close of the public comment period for the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Humboldt Wind Energy Project has been extended from June 5 to June 14. Read more about the Wind Energy .
Life jackets will be available at Big Lagoon, Freshwater, Van Duzen, and A.W. Way County Parks from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day thanks to a grant from the Sea Tow Foundation. Read more about the Life Jacket Loaner Program
You are invited to attend a workshop near you to discuss and provide your input about the zoning changes, review mapping in your community, and help align the county’s Zoning Maps with the General Plan and the community’s needs and interests. Read on...
The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) has announced that the California Community Reinvestment Grants (CalCRG) program Grant Solicitation is now available. Read more about this funding opportunity
Public comment on this document is invited for a 45-day period extending from April 15- June 5. More information on the project is provided below. This project has the potential to power 60,000 homes simultaneously. Read more about the wind energy project
The Planning Commission workshop and public hearing for the 2019 Housing Element have been rescheduled due to the number of scheduled agenda items. Read more about 2019 Housing Element
The Headwaters Fund is currently seeking volunteers to serve on the Headwaters Fund Board. Applications can be found on the county website and are due on April 15th. Read more about the Headwaters Fund Board
The Planning Commission wants to encourage public participation on the amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. In order to increase public understanding the review of the amendments have been divided into smaller pieces. Read more about zoning text amendments
Members of our community will share stories of these dedicated individuals who were not afraid to change habits and, even when they suffered setbacks, continued on in their fight for sobriety. Read more about Drug Court graduation
The county will be considering policy changes to address hazards posed by sea level rise and tsunamis. It is important for people who live, work, or own property along the coast to be aware of the hazards and participate in the policy development process. Read more about sea level rise
Did you or your agency experience damages from the recent storm? Please submit your damage report here as quantifying the impacts will help our community recover. Read more about storm damages
At this dynamic, award-winning event you can visit in person with elected officials and county staff to talk about your community. This year’s meeting is to get your opinions on which county projects should be prioritized and receive the most attention. Read more about the Humboldt County Roadshow
If you intend to legally cultivate cannabis in Humboldt County in 2019, you will need both an approved county permit and a state license. Read more about Code Enforcement
Discuss Potential Land Use and Zone Changes for Coastal-Dependent Industrial Lands Around Humboldt Bay on Tuesday, Feb. 26. Read more about potential zoning changes
Humboldt County is considering amendments to the Humboldt County Zoning Ordinance for the areas outside the Coastal Zone to implement the 2017 Humboldt County General Plan. Read more about proposed GPU changes
At the request of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the Humboldt County Parks Division will be assisting in keeping our Humboldt County BLM public lands open during the federal shutdown. Read more about the county keeping BLM lands open
If you have a great idea that could promote local business growth or job creation, consider applying for a grant award through the Humboldt County Headwaters Grant Fund. Applications for Fiscal Year 2018-19 will be accepted from Feb. 1 through Mar. 29. Read more about the Headwaters Grant Fun
Apply by Thursday, Jan. 17 to show your interest in serving on the Citizens’ Advisory Committee for Measure Z Expenditures. Read more about the Measure Z committee
The project to complete the 4-mile gap in the Humboldt Bay Trail between Eureka and Arcata is on the list of projects recommended for funding in 2019. Construction on the project is projected to begin in 2021. Read more about the Humboldt Bay Trail
The Rural County Representatives of California announced today that rural community and business leaders from across the state raised $56,590 for seven Humboldt County Charities at RCRC’s 2018 Annual Meeting. Read more about charities that will benefit
Offices at the County of Humboldt will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 5, in observance of the National Day of Mourning for President George H. W Bush. Read more about National Day of Mourning
The committee was chartered in 1992 to advise the EPA Administrator “from the field” on a broad range of environmental issues impacting local governments. Read on...
The Measure Z proposals this year include $1.6 million for volunteer fire departments, more than $500,000 for the City of Eureka, funding for school resource officers in Arcata, McKinleyville and the Eel River Valley, and more. Read more about this year's Measure Z projects
On May 31 the Agricultural Commissioner’s Office and the California Department of Pesticide Regulation will offer pesticide use compliance training for the commercial cannabis cultivation industry.
Please note: The scoping meeting scheduled for May 12 will focus only on the scope and content of the Environmental Impact Report being prepared. Read more about the Scoping Meeting
The Citizens’ Advisory Committee on Measure Z Expenditures is a group that advises the Board of Supervisors on Measure Z funds and is looking for projects that will make Humboldt County a better and safer place to live. Read on...
With wet weather expected, Monday’s swearing-in ceremony for Supervisor-Elect Michelle Bushnell and Supervisors Rex Bohn and Mike Wilson will now be held via Zoom. Read on...
The county has prepared a Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) for the Nordic Aquafarms California, LLC – Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit application (Case Number PLN-2020-16698), and the report is now available on the county’s website. Read more about the Final EIR
The Humboldt Bay Trail is a network of paved paths connecting the communities around Humboldt Bay. Efforts are actively underway to complete a continuous 14-mile, non-motorized trail from central Arcata to the southern end of Eureka. Learn More
The County is coordinating with other local agencies to develop a regional Climate Action Plan (CAP) to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions throughout Humboldt County. Learn More
The County of Humboldt Cannabis Business Micro-grant, Marketing, and Local Equity Program, commonly referred to as ‘Project Trellis,’ is a trailblazing support initiative for the county’s cannabis industry. Learn More
