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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Humboldt County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Centerville Road coastal erosion and road realignment
The road to Centerville Beach is crumbling into the ocean — literally. The county had a ~$4-5 million fix planned with federal money, but Coastal Commission conditions (including tearing it all out in 20-25 years) and active landslides to the south convinced the Board to abandon it and pursue an inland route instead. Beach access and access for eight residences hang in the balance.
Measure O road work pays off
Public Works reported that Measure O's roughly $7 million in match funding is leveraging about $40 million in outside funds — roughly $60 million total for roads next year. Voters' sales tax measure is doing heavy lifting on county roads.