Coastal lighting

Eureka resident who urged the board to protect what hasn't been ruined yet; returned during the lighting hearing to praise shielding but voice concern about overregulation and support for tourism and wildlife.

Zoom caller who questioned the cost of dual coastal/inland regulations, doubted the science, and suggested the Coastal Commission should be disbanded.

Spoke for Humboldt Waterkeeper, thanking planners and urging the board to add the blanket color-temperature limit to the inland ordinance too, since blue light disrupts wildlife and causes sky glow.

Described her years at Mono Lake, where disoriented migratory birds were found in illuminated lots; said shielding actually improved security sightlines and urged adoption.

McKinleyville astronomer representing the astronomers of Humboldt, supporting the 2700K standard, noting eyes adjust to darkness and raising the flag-lighting exemption.