Following assessments by independent structural engineers
and City Public Works that Eureka High School’s Albee Stadium poses a significant health and
safety hazard with potentially fatal implications, Eureka City Schools has placed an Emergency
Measure on the March ballot to address urgent needs.
“This emergency measure is necessary to protect the health and safety of anyone using Eureka
High School’s stadium—including students, teachers and school staff, families, and members of
the public,” said Superintendent Fred Van Vleck.
The City of Eureka Public Works Department had found that dangerous sinkholes have already
developed, resulting in the District’s closure and condemnation of the Welding Shop to protect
students.
The City of Eureka also warned additional sinkholes can develop with no warning, which would
create an imminent health and safety risk to students, staff, and community members.
“Albee Stadium needs to be brought up to current health, safety, earthquake and disability
access standards. Upgrading the stadium will also enable it to be used effectively as an
emergency evacuation site in unpredictable or catastrophic emergencies, such as wildfires and
PG&E power outages,” said High School Principal Jennifer Johnson.
“Our staff will be working closely with the City to ensure the safety of our families and students
until funding secured to address these needs,” continued Superintendent Van Vleck. “If the
emergency measure is adopted, Eureka City Schools will also qualify for additional state
matching funds to undertake this work. We will continue to keep our families and the Eureka
community informed.”
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