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Humboldt County Planning Commission
March 19, 2026, 6 p.m.

A. CALL TO ORDER / SALUTE TO FLAG

B. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT

C. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS

D. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS:

E. CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Review and approval of the February 19, 2026, Action Summary.

2. RPL Investors, LLC; Coastal Development Permit, Conditional Use Permit, and Special Permit Extension Record Number

A company called RPL Investors, LLC wants to extend a project in the Orick area that includes building a campground, RV park, lodge, gas station, and other facilities. The project has already been approved and the company is seeking a sixth two-year extension. The project has not changed since it was originally approved in 2014. The Planning Commission is being asked to approve the extension.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a corrido!

En el Condado de Humboldt
Hubo una reunión especial
Para hablar de un proyecto
Que es de RPL Investors, LLC.

Un permiso condicional
Para un parque de ocupación
Con 152 unidades
En la zona de Orick, la descripción.

Este proyecto se extiende
Por sexta vez ya
Para incluir un camping
Y una estación de gas.

Tendrá cabañas y lodges
Para dar alojamiento
A turistas y visitantes
Que busquen recreación.

El agua será suministrada
Por el Orick Community Services District
Y todas las líneas de utilidad
Serán subterráneas, por disposición.

El parque recibirá eventos
Como bodas y reuniones familiares
Con un máximo de 100 invitados
Entre las 12 PM y las 9.

Las humedales serán protegidas
Según el plan presentado
Y se crearán más para compensar
Las que serán afectadas.

En resumen, se recomienda
Que se apruebe la extensión
Con las condiciones originales
Y sin ninguna modificación.

Si tienen preguntas sobre el proyecto
Pueden contactar a Michael Kein
Para más información
Sobre lo que se discutió en la reunión.

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Original Conditions of ApprovalAttachment 2 - Planning Commission Resolution 14-31Staff Report


3. Ford Tentative Map and Coastal Development Permit Extension Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 511-031-011 Record No.

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request for a two-year extension on the approval of a subdivision project in the McKinleyville area. The project involves dividing a 1.12-acre parcel into four smaller parcels, as well as a proposed remainder parcel. The project includes developing access roads and obtaining necessary permits. The recommendation is to approve the extension based on the project’s consistency with zoning and environmental regulations. The property owner and agent are listed for further inquiries.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a romance story!

Title: Coastal Love

In the quaint town of McKinleyville, nestled along the rugged coastline of Humboldt County, a romance was blooming against the backdrop of a proposed subdivision project. Brandie Ford, a fierce and independent woman, was the owner of the 1.12-acre parcel that was soon to be divided into four new parcels. She was determined to see her vision come to life, but little did she know that her plans were about to take an unexpected turn.

Enter Michael Pulley, the charming agent assigned to oversee the development project. From the moment they met, there was an undeniable spark between Brandie and Michael. Despite their professional relationship, they couldn’t ignore the growing attraction between them.

As they worked together to navigate the intricacies of the subdivision process, their connection deepened. Long days spent poring over maps and blueprints turned into late nights filled with shared laughter and stolen glances. The more time they spent together, the harder it became to resist the magnetic pull drawing them closer.

Amidst the hustle and bustle of securing permits and approvals, Brandie and Michael found moments of quiet passion and stolen kisses. Theirs was a love that blossomed slowly, like a flower pushing through the rocky soil of uncertainty.

But as the deadline for the extension approached, they faced a difficult decision. Would they choose to prioritize their budding romance, or would they be forced to set their feelings aside for the sake of the project?

In the end, love prevailed. As the Planning Commission approved the extension, Brandie and Michael knew they had each other to lean on. Together, they would face whatever challenges lay ahead, secure in the knowledge that their love was as strong as the waves crashing against the rugged Humboldt coastline.

And so, against all odds, in the midst of paperwork and approvals, a love story unfolded in the County of Humboldt. A tale of two souls who found solace in each other’s arms, even in the midst of uncertainty and change. With the sound of the ocean as their witness, Brandie and Michael’s love story was just beginning, a romance as timeless and enduring as the rugged beauty of the California coast.

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Tentative Map 03.22.2021Attachment 2 - Location MapAttachment 3 - PC Resolution 22-085_Ford Subdivision_17091 with Condition of ApprovalAttachment 4 - Referral Agency Comments & Recommendations


4. Pele Parcel Map Subdivision, Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit Record No.

The County of Humboldt is reviewing a proposal to divide a large parcel of land into three smaller parcels in the McKinleyville area. The proposal includes building a primary residence, two accessory dwelling units, and converting an art studio into an ADU. The project also requires a special permit for a lot size modification. The recommendation is to continue the review process to a later date. For more information, contact the Associate Planner, Alice Vasterling.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a Rodney Dangerfield joke!

I tell ya, I applied for a permit in Humboldt County and they told me to subdivide my property into three parcels. Three parcels! I didn’t even know I had one parcel to begin with!

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff Report


5. Monument Quarry CUP/SMP Mining Reapproval Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 205-031-049 Record No.

The Planning Commission is considering re-approving a surface mining operation known as the Monument Quarry for the extraction of gravel for use on County roads. The proposed extraction is 35,000 cubic yards over 15 years. The project is located in the Rio Dell area and has been in operation since 1955. The project has been reviewed for environmental impact and safety measures. The staff recommends approving the re-approval with certain conditions.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a Twitter thread!

🌲🚧 Exciting news coming out of the County of Humboldt’s Planning Commission meeting on 3/19/2026! A Conditional Use Permit for the Monument Quarry in the Rio Del area is up for reapproval. Let’s dive into the details. #HumboldtCounty #MonumentQuarry

🏗️ The proposed extraction from the Monument Quarry is a total of 35,000 cubic yards over 15 years for use on County roads and maintenance activities in the region. No changes to the mining operation are proposed, and no further environmental review is required. #ConsentAgenda

🌱 The reclamation plan for the quarry includes final grading, drainage improvements, restoration of surface soils, and revegetation to reclaim the land consistent with agriculture and timber harvesting. The project site lies in an area with a mix of open prairie and redwood forest. #EnvironmentalReview

🚛 Potential impacts such as increased truck traffic, wildfire hazard, noise, and dust are being carefully monitored and mitigated. Annual compliance monitoring will be in place to ensure operations are conducted responsibly. #MonumentQuarry #HumboldtCountyPlanning

🌟 The Planning Commission is being recommended to approve the reapproval of the Conditional Use/Surface Mining Permit and Reclamation Plan for the Monument Quarry. Interested parties can contact Michael Kein at MKein2@co.humboldt.ca.us for more information. #PublicEngagement

🛠️ With no major concerns raised and a history of responsible operation, the reapproval of the Monument Quarry’s mining permit is a positive step forward for infrastructure maintenance in the County of Humboldt. Stay tuned for updates on this important project! #InfrastructureDevelopment #CommunityEngagement

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Conditions of ApprovalAttachment 1B - Monument Reclamation Plan (rev 2025)Attachment 1C - Site PlanAttachment 2 - Monument Quarry MND 2011Attachment 3 - Plan of Operation (rev 2025)Attachment 4 - Referral Agency CommentsAttachment 4A - Public Works Land Use Response


6. Russ Quarry CUP/SMP Mining Reapproval Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 313-132-001 Record No.

The Planning Commission is considering re-approving a permit for the Russ Quarry to extract gravel for use on County roads. The project location is in the Maple Creek area, and the permit would be for 15 years, allowing for a total extraction of 30,000 cubic yards of rock. The quarry operations include extraction, processing, and transportation of materials, with no permanent facilities being constructed. Environmental impact assessments have been conducted, and the project has been found to be in compliance with regulations. The permit reapproval is recommended by staff, and the project has received positive feedback from other agencies involved. The owners of the quarry are Judith Dixon and James Russ.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a science-fiction story!

In the year 2040, the County of Humboldt was bustling with activity as the Planning Commission gathered to discuss the re-approval of the Russ Quarry CUP/SMP Mining permit. The Russ Quarry, located in the Maple Creek area, had been in operation for decades, providing gravel for use on County roads for maintenance and emergency activities.

As the commissioners reviewed the details of the re-approval, little did they know that a major discovery was about to be made. During routine blasting at the quarry, workers unearthed a strange, metallic structure buried deep within the rock. Intrigued by this unexpected find, the County officials called in a team of experts to investigate.

To their shock and amazement, the experts determined that the structure was not of earthly origin. It was a spacecraft, buried beneath the surface for unknown years. As they excavated further, they uncovered a hatch that led into the interior of the ship. Inside, they found a cryogenic chamber containing a humanoid figure in suspended animation.

The discovery of the alien spacecraft sent shockwaves through the County of Humboldt and beyond. News of the find quickly spread, attracting the attention of governments, scientists, and curiosity-seekers from around the world. The alien, who came to be known as “Russ” after the quarry where he was found, was carefully revived and studied by a team of experts.

Russ was a being from a distant star system, sent on a mission of exploration to study the planets of the galaxy. However, his spacecraft had crashed on Earth, and he had lain dormant for centuries. As he woke from his slumber, Russ shared his knowledge of advanced technology, interstellar travel, and the secrets of the universe with the people of Earth.

In the years that followed, the discovery of Russ and his spacecraft ushered in a new era of scientific advancement and cooperation among the nations of the world. The technology gleaned from the alien ship revolutionized transportation, communication, and energy production, bringing prosperity and progress to all of humanity.

As for Russ, he became a symbol of unity and understanding, bridging the gap between worlds and fostering a new era of interstellar diplomacy. The Russ Quarry, once known for mining gravel, now stood as a monument to the incredible discovery that had changed the course of history.

And so, in the quiet countryside of Humboldt County, a new chapter in the story of humanity began, with the promise of a future beyond the stars.

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Conditions of ApprovalAttachment 1B - Reclamation Plan (revised) 2025Attachment 1C - Site PlanAttachment 2 - 2011 Addendum Negative Declaration (1995)Attachment 3 - Plan of Operation (revised) 2025Attachment 4 - Referral Agency Comments and RecommendationsAttachment 4A - Public Workds Land Use Referral Reponse Russ QuarryAttachment 4B - Department of Fish and Wildlife Referral Reponse Russ Quarry


F. PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. Inland and Coastal Safe Parking - Safe Shelter Pilot Program Ordinance Amendment Record No.: LRP-2023-18813 Countywide An amendment to the Inland and Coastal Safe Parking - Safe Shelter Pilot Program Ordinance including language and numbering amendments and allowing an extension of the provisions in both ordinances until January 1, 2036, in alignment with State allowances for emergency housing standards under Senate Bill 1395.

The County of Humboldt is proposing to extend the Inland and Coastal Safe Parking - Safe Shelter Pilot Program Ordinance until January 1, 2036. This program allows for the operation of safe parking and shelter sites for homeless individuals and families. The extension is in line with State regulations and aims to provide safe housing options during a declared shelter crisis. The Planning Commission is recommending that the Board of Supervisors adopt the extension.

— LoCOBot

… or, as an insane conspiracy theory!

Conspiracy Theory: The Inland and Coastal Safe Parking - Safe Shelter Pilot Program Ordinance Amendment is a cover-up for a secret government operation. The extension of the provisions until 2036 is not actually to assist homeless individuals, but rather to create hidden facilities for government experiments or surveillance operations. The lack of utilization of the pilot program is a deliberate ploy to keep the true purpose of these facilities hidden from the public. The use of emergency housing building standards under Government Code Section 8698.4 is just a facade to disguise the true nature of these sites. The involvement of County Counsel, the Sheriff’s Department, and other agencies is a part of a larger conspiracy to maintain secrecy and cover-up any suspicious activities happening within these facilities. This amendment is not about helping the homeless, but about serving the government’s hidden agenda.

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft Inland ResolutionAttachment 2 - Draft Coastal ResolutionAttachment 3 - Amended Inland Safe Parking Safe Shelter OrdinanceAttachment 4 - Amended Coastal Safe Parking Safe Shelter OrdinanceAttachment 5 - Code Enforcement Referral Comments


2. Humboldt Bay Harbor, Recreation & Conservation District - Extension of Interim Permits Assessor Parcel Number (APN) 401-112-021 & 401-112-024 Record No.

The Humboldt Bay Harbor, Recreation & Conservation District is requesting a three-year extension for previously approved permits that allow interim uses at Redwood Marine Terminal II. These uses would continue until January 24, 2029. The site was a former pulp mill and now houses commercial and industrial tenants. The extension is recommended by staff and involves no major concerns. The Planning Commission will consider the extension and may approve it with certain conditions. If you have questions, contact the Senior Planner mentioned at the end of the document.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a Bruce Springsteen song!

(Verse 1)
On the edge of Humboldt Bay
Where the old pulp mill once lay
They’re seeking an extension
For the interim permits in contention
The Harbor District’s plea
For a few more years to be free
Of the restrictions that bind
Their vision for the land they find

(Chorus)
Oh, in the County of Humboldt
Where the ocean meets the shore
They’re asking for permission
To continue their mission
To revitalize and renew
What once was old and blue
In the County of Humboldt
They’re building a future bold

(Verse 2)
From Samoa to Fairhaven
History and progress blend
Warehousing and storage reign
Among the Coastal-Dependent domain
Mariculture and sea salt
The past and present result
In a tapestry of uses diverse
In this place where dreams converse

(Chorus)
Oh, in the County of Humboldt
Where the ocean meets the shore
They’re asking for permission
To continue their mission
To revitalize and renew
What once was old and blue
In the County of Humboldt
They’re building a future bold

(Bridge)
The Planning Commission gathered round
To weigh the options, discussions abound
To extend or not, the decision weighs heavy
But the future of Humboldt Bay is ready

(Chorus)
Oh, in the County of Humboldt
Where the ocean meets the shore
They’re asking for permission
To continue their mission
To revitalize and renew
What once was old and blue
In the County of Humboldt
They’re building a future bold

(Outro)
So hear the call of Humboldt Bay
Where dreams and plans pave the way
For a future bright and new
In the County of Humboldt, true.

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Prior Conditions of ApprovalAttachment 1B - Prior Environmental ReviewAttachment 1C - Site Plan and Floor PlansAttachment 2 - Location MapAttachment 3 - Applicant's Evidence in Support of FindingsAttachment 4 - Referral Agency Comments & Recommendations


3. Life Plan of Humboldt Parcel Map Subdivision and Special Permit Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 508-251-060, 510-133-013 Record No.

The County of Humboldt is considering a proposal to divide a 14.59-acre parcel of land into two smaller parcels for development purposes. The plan includes creating affordable senior housing and relocating wetlands. The proposal needs approval from the Planning Commission. The project location is in the McKinleyville area, and various environmental and zoning considerations are being taken into account. The recommendation is to approve the subdivision and special permit with certain conditions.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a Brazilian carnival song!

Carnaval do Condado de Humboldt

No Condado de Humboldt nós vamos celebrar
Com a vida e a alegria que queremos compartilhar
Um projeto especial que vai se realizar
Com dança e música, vamos festejar

Subdivisão do terreno, vamos dividir
Em duas partes para construir
Parcela um e parcela dois
Com habitação sênior, que beleza depois

Comunidade de McKinleyville, vamos conectar
Com água e esgoto para ajudar a prosperar
Pedido de exceções para o desenvolver
Mas tudo com cuidado, proteger e preservar

Wetlands existentes, vamos relocar
Na área de desenvolvimento para melhorar
Um plano de mitigação para monitorar
E garantir que a natureza possa prosperar

Então, vamos dançar e celebrar
Carnaval do Condado de Humboldt a brilhar
Com música e alegria, vamos festejar
E a vida e a natureza vamos preservar!

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Conditions of ApprovalAttachment 1B - Tentative MapAttachment 1C - Public Works MemorandumAttachment 2 - Applicants Evidence in Support of Requried FindingsAttachment 2A - Botanical SurveyAttachment 2B - Mitigation and Monitoring PlanAttachment 2C - Biologist LetterAttachment 2D - Conceptual Site PlanAttachment 2E - Geotechnical InvestigationAttachment 2F - Preliminary Drainage ReportAttachment 2G - Exception RequestAttachment 2H - Supplemental Exception RequestAttachment 3 - Referral Agency CommentsAttachment 4 - Public CommentAttachment 5 - Ordinance No. 2772 - McKinleyville Town CenterAttachment 6 - Program EIR ChecklistAttachment 7 - Link to EIR


G. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT

H. REPORT FROM PLANNER

I. PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION ITEMS


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