Press release from the City of Eureka:

The City of Eureka is alerting residents and businesses about a fraudulent email scam impersonating the City’s Planning and Development Services Department. This email, sent from planning.eurekaca@usa.com, is not associated with the City of Eureka. 

Details of the Scam 

The scam involves a fraudulent invoice attached to the email, requesting a wire transfer payment. The invoice falsely uses the City of Eureka logo and includes incorrect contact information. These fraudulent emails are designed to appear official but are not affiliated with the City of Eureka. 

What to Do 

• Do not respond to the email or provide payment.
• Verify invoices of communications by contacting City of Eureka directly or the Development Services Department at 707-441-4160.
• If you have sent money or feel you have been a victim of a scam, contact the City of Eureka Police Department at 707-441-4044. 

How to Identify Legitimate City Communications and Invoices 

• All official City of Eureka emails end with @eurekaca.gov or @ci.eureka.ca.gov. Be cautious of any communication claiming to be from the City that does not follow this format.
• If you receive a suspicious email about payment for a planning or building application or have doubts about an email’s authenticity, please contact the Development Services Department immediately at 707-441-4160. 

Thank you for your vigilance in helping to protect our community safe from scams. 

Contact for Questions

For questions regarding the fraudulent Development Services emails and invoices, contact Miles Slattery, City Manager, phone: (707) 441-4184, email: mslattery@eurekaca.gov.