Looking out over the Gateway District as it currently is. Photo: City of Arcata.

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Urban planning nerds rejoice! Here is an episode for you.

Humboldt is seeming a bit more crowded as of late. Whether it is climate refugees burned out of their homes or folks freed to move to the redwoods because of lax telework options, Humboldt’s housing market has been white hot. If people are coming, how do we ensure that we have enough housing for those who are looking to join our community (and how we do have enough having for those of us who want to stick around)?

As part of Arcata’s strategic infill development planning, the city is giving a hard look at the future of the “Gateway Area” — that area of already-developed land west of K Street. City planner Delores Freitas joins Gang Green to talk about the city’s planning process and how citizens can participate in long-term planning.

AUDIO:

“The EcoNews Report,” Jan. 8, 2022.

Want to let the city hear your thoughts? Take the community vision survey here.

Keen to learn more about long-range planning for the Gateway Area? Clear here..