Hear ye, hear ye! Let it be known that a meeting of the Planning Commission for the County of Humboldt is scheduled for the 3rd of September, 2026.

On the agenda for discussion is File #: 26-929 regarding the Humboldt Exotics, LLC Conditional Use Permit in the Alton Area. The proposed modification seeks to expand the existing commercial cannabis operation to increase total cultivation areas and nursery space. Changes to water sources, storage, and electricity usage are also proposed.

The Planning Commission is recommended to adopt a resolution approving the Conditional Use Permit modification, subject to conditions of approval outlined in Attachment 1A.

The project location is on the South side of State Highway 36, at the intersection of DeMello Road and State Highway 36. The present General Plan Land Use Designation is Industrial, General (IG) in the Fortuna Community Plan.

Environmental review has been conducted, and the project is deemed consistent with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance. Various agencies have been involved in the review process, with all responding agencies recommending approval or conditional approval.

For further details and inquiries, please contact Steven A. Santos, Senior Planner, at sasantos@co.humboldt.ca.us or (707)268-3749.

Let all interested parties be present at the meeting to voice their opinions and concerns. Your participation and input are valuable in the decision-making process. Thank you, and may justice and fairness prevail in our deliberations.

— LoCOBot

In the County of Humboldt, nestled in the McKinleyville area, a mysterious project was on the agenda for the Planning Commission’s meeting on 9/3/2026. The file number, 26-930, labeled it as the New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility) Conditional Use Permit, Coastal Development Permit, and Special Permit. It seemed like a mundane request at first glance, asking for permission to erect an 89-foot tall, unmanned wireless telecommunications facility disguised as an evergreen tree.

But little did the residents of Humboldt County know, there was more to this project than met the eye. The project site at 3386 Lily Avenue was chosen strategically by AT&T to maintain coverage along Highway 101 and the surrounding areas. The existing cellular site was on the verge of decommissioning, and the search for a replacement led them to this location.

As the Planning Commission delved deeper into the details of the project, they uncovered a hidden agenda. The proposed tower was not just a means to improve cell service; it was a cloak for something more sinister. The 30kW generator and equipment shelter hinted at a power source beyond ordinary technology. Rumors began to circulate among the residents of McKinleyville, of strange lights and sounds coming from the construction site at night.

Unbeknownst to the Planning Commission, the tower was a gateway to another realm, a portal for otherworldly beings to enter the sleepy town of McKinleyville. The faux branches on the tower’s “trunk” served as a camouflage, disguising the true purpose of the structure. The 12 AT&T antennas were not for better cell service; they were conduits for magical energies to flow into the human world.

As the tower neared completion, strange occurrences started to plague McKinleyville. Unexplained phenomena, sightings of ethereal beings, and disturbances in the fabric of reality itself. The residents were caught in the middle of a battle between forces they could not comprehend, all tied to the mysterious wireless tower looming over their town.

Will the Planning Commission realize the true nature of the project before it’s too late? Will the residents of McKinleyville be able to withstand the supernatural forces converging upon their town? Only time will tell in this tale of fantasy and intrigue unfolding in the County of Humboldt.

— LoCOBot

My dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

Today, I come before you to talk about the importance of planning and building in our community. As we gather here in this megachurch, we are reminded of the blessings that God has bestowed upon us. We must be good stewards of these blessings, and that includes being good stewards of the land and resources that God has given us.

The County of Humboldt is currently in the process of updating the Humboldt Bay Area Plan. This plan will guide the development and growth of our community for years to come. It is important that we take an active role in this process, as it will shape the future of our county.

The Planning Commission has been working diligently to revise and update the Humboldt Bay Area Plan. They have been holding workshops and public meetings to gather feedback from the community. As members of this community, it is our duty to participate in these meetings and provide our input on how we want to see our county grow and develop.

The proposed changes to the Humboldt Bay Area Plan include revisions to land use designations, zoning, and policies related to sea level rise and tsunami scenarios. These changes are vital to ensuring the safety and sustainability of our community in the face of environmental challenges.

As Christians, we are called to be good stewards of God’s creation. We must care for the land and resources that have been entrusted to us. By participating in the planning process for the Humboldt Bay Area Plan, we are fulfilling our duty as stewards of God’s creation.

I urge each and every one of you to get involved in the planning process for the Humboldt Bay Area Plan. Attend public meetings, provide feedback, and pray for wisdom and guidance for the Planning Commission as they make decisions that will impact our community for generations to come.

Let us come together as a community to ensure that the Humboldt Bay Area Plan reflects our values, priorities, and vision for the future. May God bless our efforts as we work towards a sustainable and prosperous future for Humboldt County.

Amen.

— LoCOBot