URGENT UPDATE: The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors is poised to make a crucial decision today regarding courthouse security screenings as part of a funding reduction strategy. This significant move could impact public safety in the courthouse, with discussions scheduled for 9 a.m. at the Board of Supervisors’ chambers located at 825 Fifth St., Eureka.
The board is also set to recognize local talent, Hayle Gibson-Stillwell, for her impressive debut at the National Finals Rodeo. Additionally, they will consider designating December 26 as a paid county holiday and discuss support for Senate Bill 684, the Polluters Pay Climate Superfund Act.
In other local developments, the Arcata City Council meeting originally scheduled for today has been canceled. Meanwhile, the Arcata Fire District Board will convene tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. to discuss a training policy and long-term staffing goals at 631 Ninth St., Arcata.
The Eureka City Council will meet on Tuesday at 6 p.m. to address several pressing issues, including ongoing litigation and research on drone usage by the Eureka Police Department. Closed session discussions will begin at 5 p.m. at 531 K St., Eureka.
Meanwhile, the Fortuna City Council will consider a draft rent stabilization ordinance on Monday at 6 p.m. in their city hall at 621 11th St., Fortuna.
The Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District will meet on Thursday at 1 p.m. to discuss an agreement with the Wiyot Tribe regarding waterline maintenance on the Samoa Peninsula at 828 Seventh St., Eureka.
In Rio Dell, the city council will consider a substantial $1.5 million grant from the state Office of Emergency Services during their meeting on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at 675 Wildwood Ave., Rio Dell. They will also discuss the suspension of the rental inspection program and billboard regulations.
Stay tuned for updates as these meetings unfold and decisions are made that could impact the community significantly. For further details, residents can access agendas online for each governing body.
This is a developing story, and we will continue to provide you with the latest information as it becomes available.
