County and city decisions, permits, hearings and contracts

Mercer-Fraser Company: Storm Damage Repair to Alderpoint Road (F6B165) Post Miles 7.37 and 7.58

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors

County contractapproved$400

Accept the completed contracts, including any and all approved change orders, with Mercer-Fraser Company, regarding the construction of Storm Damage Repair to Alderpoint Road (F6B165) Post Miles 7.37 and 7.58; and 2. Approve the final claims for payment, totaling $400, to be submitted by the Department of Public Works to the Auditor-Controller’s Office, which will bring the total amounts paid to 100% for each contract

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Review and approval of the August 6, 2026, Action Summary.

Humboldt County, CA · Planning Commission · Item 1 · File 26-927

Decisionapproved

Item 1. Review and approval of the August 6, 2026, Action Summary. Action: approved - A motion was made by Commissioner Iver Skavdal, seconded by Commissioner Jerome Qiriazi to approve the August 6, 2026, Action Summary.

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A Public Workshop on the Humboldt Bay Area Plan (HBAP).

Humboldt County, CA · Planning Commission · Item 1 · File 26-931

Decisionreceived

Item 1. A Public Workshop on the Humboldt Bay Area Plan (HBAP). Action: received and filed - The Planning Department received direction and will bring the Humboldt Bay Area Plan (HBAP) back to the Planning Commission on October 15, 2026. Item 1. New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility) Conditional Use Permit, Coastal Development Permit, and Special Permit

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New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility) Conditional Use Permit, Coastal Development Permit, and Special Permit

Humboldt County, CA · Planning Commission · Item 1 · File 26-930

Decisioncontinued

Action: continued - A motion was made by Commissioner Jerome Qiriazi, seconded by Commissioner Iver Skavdal to continue the New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility) Conditional Use Permit, Coastal Development Permit, and Special Permit to a date uncertain.

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Humboldt Exotics, LLC Conditional Use Permit

Humboldt County, CA · Planning Commission · Item 3 · File 26-929

Decisionapproved

Item 3. Humboldt Exotics, LLC Conditional Use Permit Action: approved - A motion was made by Commissioner Iver Skavdal, seconded by Commissioner Jerome Qiriazi to adopt resolution 26-050 which finds the Planning Commission has considered the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Commercial Cannabis Land Use Ordinance and the Addendum that was prepared for the Humboldt Exotics, LLC project; and finds the proposed project complies with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance; and approves the Humboldt Exotics, LLC Conditional Use Permit modification subject to the conditions of approval (Attachment 1A).

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Review and approval of the August 20, 2026, Action Summary.

Humboldt County, CA · Planning Commission · Item 2 · File 26-928

Decisionapproved

Item 2. Review and approval of the August 20, 2026, Action Summary. Action: approved - A motion was made by Commissioner Iver Skavdal, seconded by Commissioner Jerome Qiriazi to approve the August 20, 2026, Action Summary.

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Conditional Use Permit, Coastal Development Permit, and Special Permit

Humboldt County, CA · Planning Commission

Permit / land usehearing scheduled

New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility) Conditional Use Permit, Coastal Development Permit, and Special Permit Record No.: PLN-2025-19320 APN: 511-042-004-000 McKinleyville area A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is requested to authorize the erection and operation of an 89-foot tall, unmanned wireless telecommunications facility. The structure would be located within an approximately 414 square-foot fenced lease area and will 1. Page 6 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT September 3, 2026Planning Commission AGENDA be capable of hosting equipment for one other wireless carrier. Stealthing is included to help disguise the facility and obscure the visibility of antennas and other equipment by making the structure look like an evergreen tree complete with faux branches on its “trunk”. The applicant plans to install a variety of equipment on the tower, including 12 AT&T Antennas, RRUs, cabling and fiber, as well as an equipment shelter and a 30kW generator. The parcel is currently developed with two residences and accessory structures. The parcel is located within the Coastal Zone; therefore, a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) is also required. A Special Permit is required to exceed the height limit.

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Proclaim September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Humboldt County

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 1 · File 26-886

Decisionapproved

Item 1. Proclaim September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Humboldt County Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Resolution, and Letter of Support, Supporting the Renaming of the Ohman Creek Bridge on State Route 254 in Memory of Thomas Dale Sarver

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 2 · File 26-895

Decisionapproved

Item 2. Resolution, and Letter of Support, Supporting the Renaming of the Ohman Creek Bridge on State Route 254 in Memory of Thomas Dale Sarver Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Approval of Redwood Coast Energy Authority’s Amended Conflict-of Interest-Code

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 4 · File 26-896

Decisionapproved

Item 4. Approval of Redwood Coast Energy Authority’s Amended Conflict-of Interest-Code Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Authorize the County Administrative Officer (CAO) to Execute Agreement Releasing the Federal Interest in the Economic Development Administration Revolving Loan Fund

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 5 · File 26-836

Decisionapproved

Item 5. Authorize the County Administrative Officer (CAO) to Execute Agreement Releasing the Federal Interest in the Economic Development Administration Revolving Loan Fund Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Fiscal Year 2025-26 Grand Jury Responses: “Emergency Preparedness: The Role of Local Law Enforcement Agencies” and “Friend of Foe? Struggling with Reputation at the Humboldt County Planning & Building Department”

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 6 · File 26-859

Decisionapproved

Item 6. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Grand Jury Responses: “Emergency Preparedness: The Role of Local Law Enforcement Agencies” and “Friend of Foe? Struggling with Reputation at the Humboldt County Planning & Building Department” Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Cable & Wireless Technologies, Inc.: Purchase of Fiber Optic Fusion Splicer Equipment

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors

County contractapproved$12,740

Purchase of Fiber Optic Fusion Splicer Equipment from Cable & Wireless Technologies, Inc. in the Amount of Twelve Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Nine Dollars and Seventy-Seven Cents ($12,739.77)

Action taken: approved Item 7. Purchase of Fiber Optic Fusion Splicer Equipment from Cable & Wireless Technologies, Inc. in the Amount of Twelve Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Nine Dollars and Seventy-Seven Cents ($12,739.77) Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Professional Services Agreement with Humboldt Area Foundation Regarding the Provision of Consultation and Support Services that are Designed to Assist with the Development and Implementation of an Institutional Process for Advancing Racial…

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 10 · File 26-787

Decisionapproved

Item 10. Professional Services Agreement with Humboldt Area Foundation Regarding the Provision of Consultation and Support Services that are Designed to Assist with the Development and Implementation of an Institutional Process for Advancing Racial Equity within the Department of Health and Human Services (D Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Dimension Reports, LLC: Provision of Reporting Services Related to Behavioral Health Claims Submitted to the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS)

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors

County contractapproved$140,600

Third Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Dimension Reports, LLC dated Sept. 1, 2020 Regarding the Provision of Reporting Services Related to Behavioral Health Claims Submitted to the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) in an Amount Not to Exceed $140,600 for the P

Action taken: approved Item 11. Third Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Dimension Reports, LLC dated Sept. 1, 2020 Regarding the Provision of Reporting Services Related to Behavioral Health Claims Submitted to the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) in an Amount Not to Exceed $140,600 for the P Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Memorandum of Understanding with Partnership HealthPlan of California Regarding the Coordination of Child Welfare and Enhanced Managed Care Services Within Humboldt County

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 12 · File 26-855

Decisionapproved

Item 12. Memorandum of Understanding with Partnership HealthPlan of California Regarding the Coordination of Child Welfare and Enhanced Managed Care Services Within Humboldt County Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Adopt the Revised Drug-Free Workplace and Reasonable Suspicion Testing Policy

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 13 · File 26-781

Decisionapproved

Item 13. Adopt the Revised Drug-Free Workplace and Reasonable Suspicion Testing Policy Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Modification to the 2022-2024 and 2024-2026 Management & Confidential Compensation Plans

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 14 · File 26-816

Decisionapproved

Item 14. Modification to the 2022-2024 and 2024-2026 Management & Confidential Compensation Plans Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Adoption of New and Retitled Classifications for Multiple Departments and Position Allocation for Elections

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 15 · File 26-833

Decisionapproved

Item 15. Adoption of New and Retitled Classifications for Multiple Departments and Position Allocation for Elections Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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A Final Certificate of Cancellation on a 4.36-acre Portion of the Approximately 77-acre Westfall Agricultural Preserve Property in Elk River

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 16 · File 26-817

Decisionapproved

Item 16. A Final Certificate of Cancellation on a 4.36-acre Portion of the Approximately 77-acre Westfall Agricultural Preserve Property in Elk River Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Approval of a Revised Resolution to Receive a $1.0 Million HOME Investment Partnership Program Award to Fund Assistance for First Time Home Buyers and Provide Rental Assistance

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 17 · File 26-848

Decisionapproved

Item 17. Approval of a Revised Resolution to Receive a $1.0 Million HOME Investment Partnership Program Award to Fund Assistance for First Time Home Buyers and Provide Rental Assistance Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Professional Services Agreement Renewal in the Amount of $150,000 with Fieldware, LLC for Remote Check-In and Automated Notification Services for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 through 2028-29

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 18 · File 26-819

Decisionapproved

Item 18. Professional Services Agreement Renewal in the Amount of $150,000 with Fieldware, LLC for Remote Check-In and Automated Notification Services for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 through 2028-29 Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Sale of Surplus Vehicle to the Blue Lake Rancheria Tribal Police Department

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 19 · File 26-835

Decisionapproved

Item 19. Sale of Surplus Vehicle to the Blue Lake Rancheria Tribal Police Department Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Governing Body Resolution for U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Local Law Enforcement Grants for Enforcement of Cybercrimes Program

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 20 · File 26-843

Decisionapproved

Item 20. Governing Body Resolution for U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Local Law Enforcement Grants for Enforcement of Cybercrimes Program Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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Appropriation Transfer to Establish the Fixed Asset for Correctional Facility Beacon Handheld Scanners in the Amount of $61,500 (4/5 Vote Required)

Humboldt County, CA · Board of Supervisors · Item 21 · File 26-915

Decisionapproved

Item 21. Appropriation Transfer to Establish the Fixed Asset for Correctional Facility Beacon Handheld Scanners in the Amount of $61,500 (4/5 Vote Required) Action: approved - A motion was made by Supervisor Madrone, seconded by Supervisor Bushnell, to approve staff recommendations. The motion carried with the following vote:

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