Proposed Amazon facility and community opposition
Humboldt County
Summary
A caller opposed to an Amazon warehouse asked how to get the project on an agenda; staff said the application is incomplete and comments go to planner Steve Lazar.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potentially job seekers and the local economy if the project proceeds.
The caller argued it would harm local businesses, labor, and the environment.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Supervisors — October 27, 2026
Neighbors near the McKinleyville airport business park turned out in force against a proposed 40,000-square-foot, 24/7 Amazon delivery station, citing truck traffic, noise, and asking for an economic impact report alongside the environmental review. The chair noted the project isn't on the county agenda yet and comments should go through the planning process.
Planning Commission — May 7, 2026
Staff reported a packed community meeting — about 250 in the room and 100 on Zoom — with heavy opposition to the proposed Amazon project. An EIR is underway, with a draft expected around September and possible commission consideration early next year.
Planning Commission — February 19, 2026
A caller opposed to an Amazon warehouse asked how to get the project on an agenda; staff said the application is incomplete and comments go to planner Steve Lazar.
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