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Eureka Planning Commission
Oct. 14, 2025, 5:30 p.m.

A. ROLL CALL

B. SALUTE TO THE FLAG

C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes

DOCUMENTS:

Meeting Minutes


D. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS

E. PUBLIC HEARINGS - CONTINUED

F. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NEW

1. Bahmad Vacation Rental Location: 1110 East Avenue; APN: 006-111-008 Project: Vacation Rental Minor Use Permit VRM-25-6

Rende Bahmad wants to turn their home into a vacation rental with no onsite owner. The city staff recommends approving this request because it meets all the requirements and regulations. Nearby neighbors have expressed concerns, but data shows that vacation rentals make up a small percentage of the housing stock in the city. The project is considered to be suitable for the area and will not have a negative impact on the community. It is also exempt from environmental assessments.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a science-fiction story!

As the Planning Commission prepared to make their final decision on the Bahmad Vacation Rental project, little did they know that the seemingly innocent proposal would set off a chain of events that would change the course of human history.

Rende Bahmad, the property owner, had grand plans for the 1,175-square-foot single-family residence on East Avenue. Unbeknownst to the Commission, Bahmad was not your average vacation rental owner. In fact, Bahmad was not even human.

Bahmad was an alien from a distant galaxy, sent to Earth on a mission to study human behavior and culture. The vacation rental was merely a front for Bahmad to observe humanity up close and learn their ways.

As the Commission debated the merits of the vacation rental, a strange energy began to emanate from the property. Residents in the surrounding area reported seeing strange lights and hearing mysterious noises coming from the house.

Unbeknownst to the Commission, Bahmad had activated a cloaking device that masked the true nature of the vacation rental. Inside the house, advanced technology from Bahmad’s home planet buzzed and hummed, collecting data on human interactions and societal norms.

As the Commission prepared to vote on the project, a rift in space-time opened up above the house, revealing Bahmad’s true form. Shocked gasps filled the room as Bahmad revealed the truth behind the vacation rental.

Before the Commission could react, Bahmad activated a teleportation device and vanished, leaving behind a bewildered group of humans grappling with the realization that they had just been visited by an extraterrestrial being.

The Bahmad Vacation Rental project was quickly shut down and the property quarantined as government agents swooped in to investigate. The incident was kept under wraps, with the official explanation being a simple case of fraud and deception by the property owner.

But for those who witnessed Bahmad’s true form, the experience would stay with them forever, a reminder that we are not alone in the universe and that strange and mysterious forces lurk among us, just waiting to reveal themselves. And as for Bahmad, the alien observer disappeared into the cosmos, his mission on Earth complete.

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - ResolutionAttachment 2 - Director's Staff ReportAttachment 3 - Request for Public Hearing


2. The Black Market Cannabis Retail Location: 2235 Broadway; APN: 008-011-012 Project: Conditional Use Permit UP-25-6

A person named Caleb Salstrom has applied for a permit to operate a cannabis cultivation, distribution, and retail business in an existing building at 2235 Broadway. The project includes cultivation rooms, a retail area, and office space. The hours of operation will be limited, and the business will initially have two part-time employees. The project site is in a commercial zoning district and requires a Conditional Use Permit for the retail component. The project also involves site improvements and addressing nonconforming site features. The project has been found to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. The project is considered compatible with existing and planned land uses in the area. Public notification and a public hearing have been conducted. Overall, the project has met the required findings for approval.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a high-energy radio advertisement!

Are you ready to experience the excitement of The Black Market Cannabis Retail? Located at 2235 Broadway, this high-energy cannabis business is setting the standard for excellence in the industry.

Join us for a unique retail experience, where you can explore our diverse selection of cannabis products, cultivated and distributed right here on-site. With viewing rooms showcasing different cannabis varieties, educating our customers is our top priority.

But that’s not all - we’re also offering seeds and clones for sale, ensuring that you have everything you need for your own cannabis cultivation journey.

With a team of dedicated employees and a commitment to excellence, The Black Market Cannabis Retail is the place to be.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity - visit us Thursday through Sunday from noon to 6 P.M. at 2235 Broadway. The future of cannabis is here, and it’s at The Black Market Cannabis Retail.

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - ResolutionAttachment 2 - Applicant Submitted MaterialsAttachment 3 - Referral CommentsAttachment 4 - Near-term Caltrans Plans


G. OLD BUSINESS

H. NEW BUSINESS

1. General Plan Conformance Review for County Acquisition of 4325 Broadway

The County of Humboldt is planning to acquire the former K-Mart property at 4325 Broadway to create a “One-Stop Permitting Facility” for government offices. This will help improve services and reduce leasing costs. The property is located in both the City’s inland and coastal zones. The acquisition aligns with the City’s goals for adaptive reuse of vacant sites and community services. The Planning Commission is recommending the acquisition be approved.

— LoCOBot

… or, as an insane conspiracy theory!

Conspiracy Theory: The County of Humboldt’s acquisition of 4325 Broadway is not simply for the purpose of creating a “One-Stop Permitting Facility”. In reality, this property is being acquired as part of a larger government conspiracy to control and monitor the population.

The property’s strategic location near the southern entrance of Eureka allows for easy access and surveillance of incoming and outgoing traffic. The building’s existing features, such as the large parking lot and traffic signal, will be utilized for government surveillance operations.

Additionally, the property’s proximity to the City’s municipal wastewater treatment plant and coastal wetlands provides the perfect cover for covert government activities. It is believed that underground tunnels and secret facilities will be built beneath the property for classified government operations.

Furthermore, the County’s alignment with the Regional Climate Action Plan and Transportation Demand Management plans are just smokescreens to divert attention from their true intentions. The government plans to use these initiatives as a way to manipulate and control the population’s behavior under the guise of environmental protection.

In conclusion, the County of Humboldt’s acquisition of 4325 Broadway is a small piece of a much larger plan to establish a totalitarian regime with the ability to monitor, control, and manipulate its citizens. Stay vigilant and question everything. The truth is out there.

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - ResolutionAttachment 2 - Applicant Materials


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