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TESTS CASES RECOVERED HOSPITALIZED DEATHS RISK
HUMCO COVID COUNT, MONDAY, JAN. 25: 65,133 2,624 2,172 93 27
Widespread outbreak that is growing with many undetected cases. Take strong measures to limit all contact. WIDESPREAD
Bohn-Madrone debate over conflicts COVID variant could resist vaccine
of interest sparked up by appointment Daniel Mintz resume vaccination. ing, it was described as a
Daniel Mintz because former Supervisor Estelle Fennell Mad River Union ​The vaccine-related quickly growing strain that
Mad River Union was defeated in last November’s Second HUMBOLDT – A po- news week began appears to be
HUMBOLDT – Conflicts of interest District election. tentially vaccine-resis- with the detec- more transmissi-
related to the cannabis industry were de- Supervisor Steve Madrone noted that tant coronavirus variant tion of the L452R ble and has traits
bated as the county’s the appointment was linked to a series of large variant, which has suggestive of vac-
Board of Supervisors continued from the outbreaks in Santa Clara been also been cine resistance.
appointed its repre- previous week’s meet- County has been detected found in other The local dis-
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sentative to a state- ing due to “some ques- in Humboldt. countries, states covery of L452R
wide cannabis agency. tions about conflicts of That announcement and multiple Cal- stems from a
At their Jan. 12 interests on the part of came in tandem with an- ifornia counties, wider effort to
meeting, supervisors some board members.” other attention-getting de- including Hum- Dr. Charles identify variants
considered and made Madrone said he’s velopment -- a small clus- boldt. Chiu through genomic
an appointment to “very interested in this ter of allergic reactions at ​The variant has UCSF sequencing. Dr.
the California Canna- position,” having been a mass clinic in San Diego been identified in virologist Charles Chiu,
Rex Bohn Steve
bis Authority (CCA), on the board’s canna- led to suspension of the several large out- the UCSF virol-
Madrone
a joint powers authority that coordinates bis ad hoc committee county’s vaccination effort. breaks in the San Jose area ogist who supervised the
data-gathering on cannabis to aid regula- for the last year-and-a-half. But the short-lived freeze and during a January 17 sequencing, said that from
tion and assist financial institutions. He added that “neither I nor any mem- was lifted on January 21 as California Department of November 22 to December
The county’s slot on the CCA is open APPOINTMENT  PAGE 4 the state gave clearance to Public Health press brief- COVID  PAGE 5

Julie Neander’s years on Team Nature

Kevin L. Hoover
Mad River Union
ARCATA – The Arcata City Council last
week honored several key individuals familiar
to anyone paying attention to Arcata’s envi-
ronmental landscape in recent decades – En-
vironmental Services Director Mark Andre,
Park Facilities and Natural Resources Super-
visor Stan Shaffer, Public Works Director R.
Charles “Doby” Class and Deputy Director of
Environmental Services Julie Neander.
VUELA ALTO Esteban Gonzales, All were part of what might one day be
proprietor of Esteban’s Mexican viewed as a sort of golden age of environmen-
Restaurant on I Street, passed tal restoration, during which Arcata’s wetlands
away due to and forests grew profoundly in size and quality.
complications Among the many projects and achievements
of COVID-19. of the recent Arcata era, creeks have been trans-
formed from lifeless ditches back into lush, IN HER ELEMENT Arcata environmental mov-
Esteban, his
habitat-rich and hydrologically useful water- er, shaker and habitat-maker Julie Neander
Mexican Food
ways, wetlands were reinvigorated and liberat- at a volunteer workday. Photo by Gordon Leppig
Restaurant and
food truck were ed from legacy damage and disregard, millions and no one was more of an enthusiastic team-
all very popular, in grants were wrangled to fund improvements mate in the endeavors than Julie Neander.
and communi- and perhaps most importantly, a powerful vol- Now retiring after years working the levers
ty members have left abundant unteer culture was established in which citizens of environmental improvement at City Hall and
flowers and cards at his work- took, and continue to take, personal responsi- in the field, Neander looks back fondly at the
place in his memory. A GoFund- bility for their local natural environment. role she played in the city-wide group effort.
Me page has been set up to help All of the above –and many others on city Where others were often in the headlines,
his wife and family. Vuela Alto, staff – have made Arcata the envy of many Neander was more of an embed, happiest
Esteban. Photos by Matt Filar | Union communities with environmental challenges, JULIE  PAGE 5

Serving Humboldt County

Manila
marching
boldly into Humboldt Association of Realtors
the future awarded for outstanding service
to the Real Estate Profession and
Jack Durham to the Community the following
Mad River Union honor:
MANILA – An im- Realtor of the Year
proved playing field, a Joanie Frederick, Broker/Owner
new dog park, a multi- Azalea Realty
use basketball court un-
der a pavilion and a new Rookie of the Year
playground for toddlers Katie Cutshall, Realtor Associate
are among the proposed Azalea Realty
improvements for Manila
Community Park.
Ideas for the 11-acre azalearealty.com • Call 707.839.4400
park were discussed Jan.
21 by the Manila Com-
munity Services District
Board of Directors, which
Where
intends to submit a grant
application to the Prop. 68 you’ll
Statewide Park Program
by the March 12 deadline.
The district is working
Now Accepting Participants feel at
with GHD, an engineering • Socialization & Companionship
company, to further refine
a lengthy list of ideas for • Nursing Care
home
the park. The company
will develop cost estimates
for various projects and
• Recreational Activities away
• Nutritious Hot Meals
bring them back to the
board before the grant ap-
• Physical & Occupational Therapy
from
plication is submitted.
Brett Vivyan of GHD
told the board that the
• Transportation to & from center home
district may apply for $1
million to $2 million in
funding for Manila Com-
Call for more information 707-822-4866
munity Park, which is lo- 3800 Janes Rd, Arcata • www.adhcmadriver.org
MANILA  PAGE 4
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How patience, persistence and love brought Marvin back to life

W
eek 44. Seems like this and brave the outside world. packed up his coat and blankets,
could be a good time for That was definitely the turn- along with his food, a crate and
a happy story. ing point for Marvin! Though some toys, and sent him off to his
Last October, a citizen contact- the world was still a scary place new home.
ed Animal Control about a tan for him, he began to trust us and As he leaned out of the car to
and white dog cowering against come out for daily walks. He dis- say goodbye, I could see that fi-
a fence in the Safeway parking covered some new dog friends and nally, after four months, he has a
lot in Eureka. The poor became quite attached nice soft coat of fur all over! But
guy was terrified, most- to his RPR buddies. the best part was when he arrived
Marvin,
ly hairless and had a big He was still scared at his foster home (we hope they’ll before...
bruise on his side. He of some of the shelter be a foster fail), this sign was on
was transported to the staff and we realized the door! ...and
shelter where it was de- he was probably going gmail.com or leave a voicemail at
termined that he did not to stay a Redwood Pals (707) 633-8842. after.
have any emergent in- Rescue dog. We juggle a lot of requests for
juries and he was set up We took Marvin to help every day, ranging from re-
with a warm bed and a the vet to try and find quests for help with spay and
good meal. out why his hair hadn’t grown neuter or dog food to pleas for
Marvin, as we came to call him, back. And all along we kept walk- help rehoming dogs due to lost
did not instantly decide that ev- ing him and introducing him to jobs, family illness or domestic vi-
erything would be fine and stayed more dogs and people. olence situations. Currently we have a large
huddled in the corner for quite Just last week, Marvin met a Recently we have fostered sev- mama hound dog with 10 pup-
some time. The shelter staff asked mother and her seven-year-old eral mama dogs who needed to pies at the shelter, a three year
Redwood Pals to see if we could son who had contacted us about be spayed after having the pups old female dog who is great with
make any progress with him. fostering a dog. Marvin and Car- that we also took in for adoption. children (owner leaving a domes-
For days, we tossed treats and son (the boy) hit it off immedi- Those mama dogs went back to tic violence situation) and several
went in to the kennel to try and ately and had fun running around their owners and never have to adoptable dogs from the shel-
gain his trust. He never gave us the play yard and climbing on the worry about puppies again! ter who would just appreciate a
any indication that he was aggres- various structures. If you’d like to be part of the It can be very helpful for us to change of scene while they await
sive, just very frightened. Marvin took a field trip to meet solution for dogs like Marvin, have some possible foster homes their forever homes.
After some time we were able their dog and the house cats. All please email Redwood Pals Res- on file as we can’t always predict Thank you for considering
to get a slip lead around his neck went well and this past Friday we cue at redwoodpalsrescue@ when the need will arise. these doggies!

Keep Fido socially distanced from the mail person

U.S. Postal Service bite prevention campaign dog usually follows right
SAN FRANCISCO comes at a time when more behind, leaving the carrier
— Starting January 23 Bay Area residents find vulnerable to a dog attack.
through January 29, you themselves staying home Residents will receive a
may see your local mail and the incidents of dog at- flyer in the mail as well with
carrier donning a special tacks on postal carriers also helpful tips on how to help
T-shirt bringing attention on the rise. prevent dog bites.
to this very critical issue: Children may rush to the Pet owners are asked to
Preventing Dog Bites. door when they see a mail wait for the carrier to leave
This week-long dog carrier and the household the area before opening the
door to get their mail or
package. Too many dogs
have slipped between an
owner’s legs while the door erly restrained and out of
is open and attacking the reach of a mail carrier.
carrier. Dogs should be re- If the carrier deems the
strained and/or kept in an- residence unsafe due to an
other room as mail carriers unrestrained dog, delivery
make personal deliveries. will be interrupted and will
If dogs are outside, not resume until carriers
make sure they are prop- have assurance the dog will
IN-HOME SERVICES be restrained. During that
time, individuals will have
We are here for you to pick up their mail at a
post office.
Registered nurse support If you can’t restrain your
Personal care dog, you may find your mail
Light housekeeping socially distanced from you.

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daily activities Wesleyan Church
ACROSS DOWN Respite care of the Redwoods
1. Lake transport 1. __ fide
& much more Pastor Chuck Clark
5. Waft on the breeze 2. Hot spot
10. Stinging insect Coffee/fellowship
3. Flying: pref.
at 10 a.m.
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Traditional worship
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J anuary 27, 2021 M ad R iver U nion 3 Johnson’s
The Zero Waste Zebras are here to play
J MR Mobile
Rentals
will help ZWH continue to reopen their major outdoor Temporary and Portable fencing
add new activities for kids. parades and festivals, Security Storage Containers
The packet of activities crowds will be able to enjoy Mobile Offices
link will be available on large papier mache Zero
Zero Waste Humboldt’s Waste Zebras created by (707) 443-6600
Facebook page and website, artist Maureen McGarry
zerowastehumboldt.org/kids. and ZWH volunteers.
When the time To learn more, email FULL SERVICE
comes that Humboldt zerowa stehumboldt@ TRANSFER STATION &
communities can safely gmail.com. RECYCLING CENTER

OPEN FOR TRASH & GREEN WASTE DISPOSAL.

Zero Waste Humboldt While teachers are CRV RECYCING BUYBACK CENTER
HUMBOLDT – After welcome to use ZW Zebras TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO COVID-19
months of working and activities in their classrooms,
staying at home with their this program was originally Open 7 days a week • Mon – Sat 9-5/ Sun 9-4
children during COVID-19, designed for after-school 2585 Central Ave. • McKinleyville
many parents are looking programs and youth groups. humboldtsanitation.com • (707) 839-3285
for new activities to Several individuals have
entertain their kids, keep contributed ideas for the
them engaged and learning youth Zero Waste activities,
with alternatives to including enthusiastic Girl
computer screens. The Zero Scout leader, Shoshanna Rose.
Waste Zebras program has Each activity in the
come to the rescue! program has been written
Local environmental
educators and Zero Waste
in a lesson plan format for
parents and adult leaders, Humboldt Back &
Humboldt volunteer Hayley
Connors-Keith and ZWH
including materials needed,
age range recommended, Neck Pain Center
board member
Newman, have compiled a
Denise length of time needed.
Each activity is planned 839-6300
variety of fun activities with as a stand-alone project, 1585 Heartwood Dr., Ste. B, McKinleyville
waste reduction at their and the whole packet of
core. The Zero Waste Zebras activities will be emailed
activities emphasize upcycling to schools, youth groups,
and reuse of household and and available upon request.
common materials. Monetary contributions

SOUL RESTORATION
Rabbi Naomi Steinberg
will speak on Zoom,
Monday, Feb.1 from 7 to
8:30 p.m. on "Tikun Olam
& Tikun Nefesh: Restoring
the World and Restoring
the Soul." Protecting
the environment can
connect to personal and
spiritual transformation.
Register for the free event
at actionnetwork.org/
events/naomi-steinberg
or at 350 Humboldt’s
Facebook page. Call (707)
672-5039 for information.

• Still OPEN
• Free curbside pickup
• Highest disinfecting
Dear Loyal McKinleyville Ace Customers,
Your health, welfare and safety are paramount
standards
when you shop at McKinleyville Ace Home &
Garden Center. We wanted to reach out and let you MCKINLEYVILLEACE.COM
know that we are continuing to implement increased
cleaning and sanitizing efforts. Not only in our
restrooms, but all areas that our Helpful Crew and
customers come into contact with, every hour. Our
focus is to ensure we meet our customers needs
while doing our part to keep you, our Helpful Crew,
and our community safe.
Here are some highlights:
* Enhanced techniques used to clean shopping
carts, checkstands, shopping areas, restrooms, and
every point of contact, every hour on the hour.
• Particular attention to high touch point areas, to
include, door handles, light switches, desk surfaces,
telephones, and bathroom fixture handles.
• Our Helpful crew is taking extra steps to wash
and sanitize their hands and work areas, and are
asked to stay home if they do not feel well.
Your health and well-being are our highest priority
Hours:
and we truly appreciate the trust that you place in Monday-Friday: 7:30 to 7
us when you choose to shop at McKinleyville Ace. Weekends: 8 to 6

2725 Central Ave. McKinleyville • (707) 839-1587

 4 M ad R iver U nion January 21, 2021

O bituary O bituary
Linda J. Granger, 1946-2020 John Craig Wilson Sr.

L
Jan. 6, 1946 – Dec. 1, 2020

J
inda Granger joyed stage shows,
passed away 49ers football, and ohn Craig Wilson Sr., born Jan. 6, 1946,
peacefully in her caring for animals. went to have a Heavenly reunion with his
home in McKinleyville She was a custom- parents on Dec. 31, 2020.
on Dec. 25, 2020 at er service rep who John was born in Quincy, California to For-
the age of 75. helped people in any rest and Berniece Wilson. In the fall of 1960, the
She is survived industry she worked family moved to Hoopa, California where John
and will be missed by in. attended and graduated from Hoopa High School
her two brothers and She never hesitat- in 1964.
several nephews and ed to voice her views In April of 1966, John joined the United States
nieces. on issues in the local Air Force and was sent to Vietnam. He was hon-
Linda moved to the paper. She made new orably discharged and returned to Hoopa in Feb-
McKinleyville/Eureka friends wherever she ruary of 1970 where he met and married Mary
area in the 1990s, having previously went. Nelson. son, Jeremey Wilson, Ryleigh Rainwater, Valya
lived in the San Francisco Bay Area Her bright personality always John attended trade school to learn to repair Rainwater-Schumacher (Martin), as well as Ken-
and Western Pennsylvania. shown through whether you were appliances and worked at Montgomery Wards in zie and Kole McCaghren.
She enjoyed the people and the talking with her in person, on the Eureka from 1972 until 1999. He loved his grandbabies more than anything.
community in Humboldt County phone… or in an online game fo- John is survived by his wife Partice Wilson, his He is also survived by his ex-wife Mary Wil-
very much, and became active in the rum! She will be missed by all. children John Wilson Jr (Peggy), Jana Rainwa- son, and lifelong friends Frank Mott, Rob Irwin,
McKinleyville Senior Center, a local Memorial gifts may be made to ter, Billy Rainwater, and Mina Smith; his step- and Bob Nelson.
Food Pantry, and other community the McKinleyville Senior Center, daughter Renee McCaghren (Ted); his siblings He was preceded in death by his parents For-
activities. 1620 Pickett Rd. McKinleyville, CA Clarence Wilson, Dan Wilson, Sandy Trammel, rest and Berniece Wilson.
She was an avid reader and en- 95519. and Chuck Wilson; grandchildren Courtney Wil- A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Phone scammers have all kinds of tricks to scare, panic,

bamboozle and rob you – here’s what to watch out for
Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office or personal information, and may mers to fake caller ID information, so
HUMBOLDT – The Humboldt threaten to arrest you if you do not the name and number you see aren’t
County Sheriff’s Office has recently comply. always real. If someone calls asking
received several reports of a common Scammers often pretend to be for money or personal information,
phone scam circulating again around someone you trust, like a govern- hang up.
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County Sheriff's Office, or anoth- Don’t send money or give out to make decisions in a hurry. They
er law enforcement entity, and may personal information in response to might even threaten you. Slow down,
use several different names, includ- an unexpected request – whether it check out the story, do an online
ing the names of current and former comes as a text, a phone call or an search, consult an expert — or just
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• $4,980 in US currency
(HCDTF) has served three Lawler was arrested
search warrants on Dustin
Lawler, 36, of McKin-
and transported to the
Humboldt County Jail for Appointment | ‘Kick and scream and throw me under the bus’
leyville. the following
 FROM PAGE 1 can work together.’”
The three charges:
ber of my family is involved in commercial cannabis grow- Bohn concluded by saying, “Steve, you can do this –
search warrants • H&S 11351
ing, etcetera.” kick and scream and throw me under the bus any chance
were all served – Possession of
Referring to the state’s ethics training manual, Madro- you get to get your way – I’m all for it.”
on his previous controlled sub-
ne said financial activities of non-dependent children may Board Clerk Kathy Hayes had read aloud an email from
residence in the stance for sale
not be subject to conflict of interest-related rules but “if Greg Turner, the CCA’s executive director, who said that
3500 block of • H&S
the public perceives it as such, if there a strong appear- he doesn’t want to discourage participation from those in-
Dow’s Prairie 11375(B) – Pos-
ance that we might be conflicted because we have a family volved in cannabis business.
Road in McKin- session of con-
Dustin Lawler trolled substance member involved,” then recusal is advisable. “We want them to participate,” he said in the email,
leyville.
The commentary seemed to refer to Supervisor Rex adding that “we can talk through” concerns about con-
In January of for sale
Bohn, whose son Trevor is involved in the cannabis indus- flicts.
2021 the HCDTF received • PC 12022.1 – Commit-
try. Madrone didn’t comment further and Bohn said he
information that Lawler ting a felony while out on
“I truly appreciate Supervisor Madrone, even though could support appointing him. But he added a caveat –
was now selling drugs out bail
not naming me, looking out for me on my behalf,” Bohn “My only fear is, as we move forward, that the best way to
of a mobile home in the • H&S 11366 – Operat-
said. get a position will be to throw as much dirt at anyone else
1900 block of Palomino ing or maintaining a drug
Acknowledging that “the perception of conflict is out that wants it.”
Lane in Arcata. This ad- house
there and I’m fully aware that it’s been out there for quite Second District Supervisor Michelle Bushnell said she’s
dress is located within the Lawler has shown a con-
a few years,” Bohn said he was easily re-elected due to “the “willing, this year, to step back and see what Supervisor
Lazy J 55-plus senior liv- sistent pattern of selling
perception that I’m doing my job without conflict.” Madrone can do” but is interested in the role due to her
ing park. drugs in Humboldt County
More pointedly, Bohn added, “To try to disparage my district’s robust participation in cannabis farming.
HCDTF agents con- with no intent to stop.
family and myself continuously is quite unnerving” and he She said a conflict of interest on her part “isn’t there”
ducted an investigation Based on this, HCDTF
questioned why Madrone would “make the insinuations and supported Madrone’s appointment “in the interest of
and were able to obtain a agents requested a bail
that you do and then come back and say ‘I hope our board making this board workable.”
search warrant for Lawler increase for Lawler along
and his residence. with a requirement to pro-
On Wednesday, Jan.
20, special agents with the
vide proof of where bail
funds were obtained from Manila | Community Park to see major modernization
HCDTF served the search pursuant to Penal Code
 FROM PAGE 1 In 2014, Bramlett and former of its employees, Maggie Melling, to
warrant on the residence. sections 1269/1275 PC.
cated along Humboldt Bay and in- board member Joy Dellas created a serve as a caretaker at the park. In ex-
Lawler was detained on A Humboldt County Su-
cludes a 9-basket disc golf course. plan for upgrading the campground, change for running the campground,
scene along with three oth- perior Judge signed the or-
In preparation for the grant ap- which has two sites for RVs and one cleaning the bathrooms and opening
er visitors. der and Lawler’s bail was
plication, the Redwood Community for a caretaker. The proposal called and closing a gate at the park, the
Agents conducted a raised to $360,000.
Action Agency worked with the Pen- for improving the landscaping, build- caretaker receives a space in the park
search and located the fol- Anyone with informa-
insula Community Collaborative to ing bathrooms and showers accessi- for her RV.
lowing evidence: tion related to this inves-
conduct a detailed survey of local res- ble with a password and marketing Several of the district’s board
• 629 Oxycodone pills tigation or other narcotics
idents. The collaborative held online the sites online to attract tourists. members are new and said they were
• 16 steroid/HGH pills related crimes are encour-
meetings and park tours and created Bramlett said she has changed her hesitant to make any decisions about
• 20 Xanax pills aged to call the Humboldt
a long list of ideas submitted by par- mind and now considers the camp- the campground or caretaker without
• 85 misc. pills County Drug Task Force at
ticipants, ground a burden that should be re- further research.
• 7 grams heroin (707) 267-9976.
One idea that had wide-spread moved. “The upkeep, I think, is im- The Jan. 21 meeting began with
support is to reconfigure the disc golf possible,” Bramlett said. only three board members – Bram-
course and separate it from hiking Manila CSD Manager Chris Drop lett, Danielle Muniz and Sequoyah
trails. said that the campground has been Faulk. The three directors voted
Another idea is the remove the ex- closed since the pandemic began. But unanimously to appoint Dave Jannet-
isting campground, which has been a even when it was open, it didn’t gen- ta to a vacant seat. Jannetta moved to
source of complaints for years. Neigh- erate much revenue. Manila five months ago from Phila-
bors have complained of derelict RVs “It doesn’t make money. It doesn’t delphia. He is an assistant professor
staying too long at the campground really pay for itself,” Drop said. of film at Humboldt State.
and of visitors stealing stuff out of One idea is to close the campground Jannetta fills a seat vacated by Lib-
yards. and use the area for a dog park. by Tonning, who resigned Dec. 18. At
“There was all sorts of stuff going The board also discussed whether to its meeting on Feb. 18, the board may
on over there,” board President Jan continue having a caretaker at the park. fill a seat recently vacated by Carla
Bramlett told her fellow directors. The district has a contract with one Osborn.
 4 M ad R iver U nion January 27, 2021

McKMAC Election denier arrested after alleged threats

moving to Mad River Union
HUMBOLDT – On Jan. 19, 2021, the Eu-
redefine itself reka Police Department was made aware of
violent threats made towards a government
Mad River Union building and its staff in Eureka.
McKINLEYVILLE – The McKin- According to EPD, the “detailed and vio-
leyville Municipal Advisory Commit- lent threats” were made earlier in the day by
tee (McKMAC) will take a look in the 49-year-old Eureka resident Darin Michael
mirror today, Jan. 27 as it reviews Ward, while he was at the Mamma Llama
its own roster, rules, regulations and restaurant in Weaverville.
rules of order. There, he reportedly reacted badly to be-
The McKMAC will meet from 6 to ing asked to wear a facial covering. Accord-
8:30 p.m. on Zoom. The meeting ID ing to KRCR-TV, he loudly said that “wearing
is 889 4472 1844. The password is a mask is unconstitutional, and then began
465950. Attendees can login online making threats of violence toward a govern-
or call 1 (669) 900-9128. ment building and its staff in Eureka.”
The McKMAC will hear public The threats were initially reported to the
safety updates, public comments and Humboldt County Joint Information Center
event announcements before diving and then swiftly disseminated to the Trinity
into its rules and regs. County Sheriff’s Office, Humboldt County PATRIOT GAMES Darin Michael Ward with his Trumpified van, in which he was report-
The idea for creating the McK- Sheriff’s Office and Eureka Police. edly en route to Washington, D.C. to protest the election outcome. Via KRCR-TV
MAC came up during the update Through an extensive joint investigation, ed Ward on Marina Way and he was taken but electronic device and other items of evi-
of the town’s growth blueprint, the which also included participation from the into custody without incident. Ward was dence were seized at the scene.
McKinleyville Community Plan. That FBI and Humboldt County District Attor- booked into the Humboldt County Correc- The Eureka Police Department would
document was approved in 2002 and ney’s Office, Ward was quickly identified tional Facility for criminal threats. He is be- like to thank the allied agencies that assist-
called for the creation of the McK- and confirmed to be in Eureka. ing held on $25,000 bail. A search warrant ed in this investigation. Without their help,
MAC. Just after midnight on Jan. 20, officers was authored and served on his vehicles this situation may not have come to such a
However, the committee wasn’t with the Eureka Police Department contact- and residence. No weapons were located, peaceful resolution.
formed by the Board of Supervisors
until 2012. Initially, the committee
had seven voting members. Three Neander | A joyous journey as one contributor in a community partnership
members are appointed by the Fifth  FROM PAGE 1 More joyousness flowed when
District Supervisor, three members when working behind the scenes she saw people playing tennis
are appointed by the full Board of to make things happen. in the park, or kids in Redwood
Supervisors, one member is a direc- A New Yorker, Neander cut Park during day camps and do-
tor of the McKinleyville Community her early environmental teeth ing gymnastic performances.
Services District and one member is with a non-profit group found- “I would just cry when kids
the manager of the services district. ed by Pete Seeger called the would be giving their perfor-
Initially, the MCSD manager was Hudson River Sloop Clearwater, mances to their parents, because
a non-voting member, but was lat- which is still at work keeping the it was just so beautiful,” she said.
er granted voting authority by the Hudson River clean. She also Always pointing to others with
Board of Supervisors at the McK- served as recycling coordinator whom she worked, Neander fur-
MAC’s request. for the city of Oldbridge, New ther credits the Humboldt Area
According to its rules, the McK- Jersey, while attending college. Foundation, Paul Swenson and
MAC “is tasked with gathering input There, she met her husband- the anonymous donor who made
from the community and comment- to-be, Gordon Leppig, and the possible the new futsal court.
two moved to Arcata so he could “Nobody does anything alone,”
ing on matters of concern which re-
attend Humboldt State. she said, choking up a bit. “All of
late to County services provided to
A 1993 interview with Andre that is just such a gift.”
McKinleyville including but not lim-
and City Manager Alice Harris Now, Neander will ease into
ited to public works, health, safety,
secured her a position with the retirement by catching up on
welfare and public financing.” City of Arcata. Her initial work TEAM NATURE Julie Neander, center right, happy as can be personal growth and doing more
The rules also limit what the com- centered on what we now call among her esteemed City of Arcata environmental col- habitat restoration volunteering.
mittee can discuss. Zero Waste, plus sustainability, leagues and collaborators. Submitted photo She happily spent a little time at
“The MMAC is not intended to ad- water quality and habitat resto- Rec meeting at a time, day in and on the field doing the work – our Arcata’s Fire Arts Center ceram-
dress countywide topics,” states the ration and protection. day out over many rewarding parks crew, the natural resources ics lab. “It was wonderful to touch
rules. Over the years, Neander years. crew, the streets and utilities crews back in to that wonderful commu-
The McKMAC is also limited when worked her way up through the “It takes persistence and pa- –we don’t do anything alone; we nity spot that we have,” she said.
it comes to discussing planning is- ranks from being an environmen- tience to know that it’s going to do it collaboratively.” And she may pitch in with
sues. tal associate, to environmental take decades to make change,” Also key were the city vol- the McKinleyville Land Trust. “I
“The secondary responsibility of programs manager to deputy di- she said. “So slowly, over time, unteer committees such as hope to be supportive of them in
the MMAC is to review, comment and rector of Environmental Services. we were able to acquire certain Wetlands and Creeks, and the some fashion,” she said. “I might
provide advisory recommendations In a funny twist of fate, Nean- properties or easements, then go partnerships with Arcata High show up and work on some of
to the Planning Commission and the der’s first City Hall office was in in and do a restoration project, School and Humboldt State on those trail work days, we’ll see.”
Board of Supervisor on proposed zon- what is now the Recreation De- then start doing enhancement collaborative projects to im- She recalled a haiku conjured
ing amendments, and General Plan partment, but migrated around work on that area. Now we have prove water quality. in 2006 after riding home to
petitions and amendments located the building until the most recent a lot of wonderful riparian hab- Still another shining example McKinleyville with her husband
within the McKinleyville Planning reorganization. That placed her itat that we didn’t use to have.” was the creation of Greenview one evening after work:
Area related to conformance with the back in her original spot, coming Neander notes that environ- Park’s all-access playground, Bicycle commute
McKinleyville Community Plan. The literally full circle around the sec- mental restoration brings tan- where citizen Dan Bixler mar- On the road at night with fox,
MMAC will also discuss and provide ond floor’s warren of offices. gible practical benefit to Arcata shaled a successful community Two owls and the moon.
input on long-range planning issues,” She counts among her ma- neighborhoods. “On McDaniel fundraising effort which helped “For me it speaks to how we
jor accomplishments the “land- Slough, we used to have terri- enable grant support from the city. are part of, not separate from,
the rules state.
scape-level change” in fostering ble flooding on 11th Street,” she “Again, a big collaborative the world,” she said.
“The MMAC would not review,
sustainability. “I always looked recalls. “Not only did we trans- project that wouldn’t have hap- She leaves Arcata as an envi-
comment or provide advisory recom-
at Arcata as this little tiny town,” form and kind of bring the bay pened without all of us working ronmental work-in-progress.
mendations on subdivisions, condi- “I feel like we have a long way
she said, likening it to the Little back, but we also solved this together,” Neander said.
tional use permits, special permits, to go,” she said. “But Arcata is a
Engine That Could. “Because flooding problem and freed up “I loved the diversity of the
coastal development permits, or vari- Janes Creek from that reed ca- job,” she said. “I got to work on community that is committed to
there is the ‘I think I can’ atti-
ances unless they are part of a larger nary grass that’s been problem- so many different things.” going that long distance. I won’t be
tude, even if we can’t do land-
project which also includes a Gen- atic throughout the watershed.” She proudly cited a sampling there to finish it but I know people
scape- or watershed-level plan-
eral Plan Amendment or Zone Re- ning, some of the work that’s A collaborator by nature, Ne- of the numerous improvements working on it who will finish it.”
classification,” the rules state. “The happened is such a great exam- ander thrived as an ally and part- she was part of implementing, “We only have one planet,”
MMAC will make recommendations ple that can spread out and have ner in Arcata’s environmental from nuts-and-bolts energy-effi- Neander said. “We have to do our
on proposed zoning, General Plan impact in another way.” activism community. She em- cient LED lighting to the grand best to heal it, protect what we
petitions and amendments, but is not Patience and persistence, she phasizes that no one individual Humboldt Bay Trail. For Nean- have and not do any more dam-
a decision-making body. The MMAC said, kept her plugging away on, is responsible for all the progress. der, all that toil was joy-driven. age. We’re all a part of that, right?
will not have authority to make, set, for example, the Jacoby Creek Rather, the credit – and the joy of “One of the things that I so Not a one of us stands separate
provide interpretation of or enforce Watershed with incremental the work – lies in the group effort. loved with Parks and Recreation from that. I’m grateful that I was
county ordinances, policies or laws.” but cumulatively profound im- “It’s always done as a collec- was that word – joy,” she said. able to do that in Arcata.”
At tonight’s meeting, the commit- provements. tive,” Neander said. “None of us “What brings people joy? To “I hope some of my work with
tee may create an ad hoc committee All this took place in a phone works alone. Internally, there’s the watch kids play on a playground our community has been to pro-
to study and suggest changes to the call, a volunteer work day, a team at the city, and I really want where you know the joy they’re tect and heal some small part of
rules. grant application, a Parks and to give a shout out to the folks out having and their family is having.” our world for all beings,” she said.

COVID | Mutations in the receptor binding domain of the spike protein a big buzzkill
 FROM PAGE 1 on the vaccine.” Sara Cody somewhat countered the con- ​The local detection coincided with anoth-
13, 185 samples, mostly from Northern Cal- The variant’s vaccine evasion potential
​ cern. “The takeaway is not that we have to er startling event – the suspension of Hum-
ifornia’s urban and rural counties, were se- got the attention of reporters at the briefing start worrying, the takeaway is that this is boldt’s administration of 4,100 doses of the
quenced and L452R was found in 3.8 per- and in response to a question, Chiu went a variant that is becoming more prevalent Moderna mRNA vaccine. It was brief, how-
cent of them. into further detail. and we have to lean in and understand more ever, as the state has concluded that “there
But more recent data within a similar
​ ​He said the variant has “at least five dif- about it,” she said. is no scientific basis to continue the pause.”
timespan showed the variant in 25 percent ferent mutations” but the spike protein mu- ​Earlier in the briefing, Cody said the con- The resumed vaccination includes the
​
of samples, an exponential increase. tation is the focus of research so far. Pub- ditions leading to several outbreaks in her recently-opened category of people ages 75
Chiu said it’s “concerning that we have a lished laboratory data on the specific L452R county, including a severe one at a Kaiser and older.
variant that was actually pretty uncommon mutation “does suggest that there may be an hospital in San Jose, are in the process of ​Last week saw confirmation of 235 more
prior to early December that is now roughly impact on how well neutralizing antibodies being analyzed. COVID-19 cases, bringing the county’s total
25 percent of all of the cases that we’re se- will bind at that position,” said Chiu. ​She said an assessment has to be done on to 2,494. There was one death, of a mid-
quencing.” ​With the presence of the mutation, “We whether the outbreaks are directly related to dle-aged patient, and nine more hospital-
​He added that published laboratory data are worried about the possibility – because the variant or “because of some other condi- izations last week, bringing total hospital-
on the variant is cause for “some worry” be- that single mutation has been linked to po- tions” such as changes in ventilation or use izations to 86.
cause the variant’s namesake mutation is in tential effect on antibody neutralization -- of personal protective gear. ​In other coronavirus news, Hoffman an-
a “very critical region of the virus, the recep- that the entire variant itself, which has ad- ​“We have to marry what we’re learning in nounced that the outbreak that caused doz-
tor binding domain of the spike protein.” ditional mutations, could ultimately have an the outbreak investigations with what folks ens of infections and 13 deaths at the Grana-
​And “with all mutations in that particular effect on vaccine effectiveness.” like Dr. Chiu are learning in the laboratory,” da Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in
region there is a concern of, will there be or ​Chiu said a “next step” in lab work is to Cody continued. Eureka has ended. ​In a Jan. 19 media avail-
is there an effect on the efficacy, or effective- grow the virus in culture and test its reac- ​Humboldt County Public Health Officer ability video, he said, “That case is closed
ness of the vaccine,” he said. “The data so far tion with the blood of vaccinated or infected Dr. Ian Hoffman has said that so far, only and we are not seeing any new active cases
is very preliminary but it basically does raise patients. one sample from Humboldt has been iden- there, thankfully.”
the concern that there may be some impact ​Santa Clara Public Health Officer Dr. tified as L452R.
J anuary 27, 2021 M ad R iver U nion 6

Little River Trail advances between Clam Beach and Moonstone

Trinidad Coastal Land Trust A virtual community workshop focused on the Little
WESTHAVEN/TRINIDAD – The Little River Trail River Trail is being planned for spring 2021 to share pre-
Project will connect the Westhaven/Trinidad area to the liminary opportunities and constraints for trail design and
Hammond Coastal Trail and our community’s expanding alignment and engage community members in design con-
regional trail system. siderations.
As the Humboldt Bay Trail between Eureka and Ar- Community input during these winter and spring out-
cata nears completion and families and individuals have reach events will inform preliminary design and alignment
flocked to trails and natural areas during the pandemic, a considerations for the Little River Trail but will not be in-
new trail project seeks to connect the Westhaven/Trinidad cluded as public comment as part of Caltrans’ CEQA/NEPA
area to the Hammond Coastal Trail and our community’s process for which a public hearing will be held in fall 2021.
expanding regional trail system. Redwood Community Ac- Community involvement and support will be integral to en-
tion Agency (RCAA), with funding from the State Coastal sure funding and completion of the Little River Trail.
Conservancy (SCC) and under a cooperative agreement For more information about the Little River Trail proj-
with Caltrans, is working with partners to advance the ect and community input opportunities visit trinidad-
Little River Trail, a non-motorized trail separated from coastallandtrust.org/little-river-ca-coastal-trail.
but parallel to Highway 101 connecting Scenic Drive in Little River Trail Project Fact Sheet ​
Westhaven to Clam Beach Drive. ​To prioritize and fund this proposed section of the Cal-
Currently, Highway 101, with speeds of 65 mph-plus, is ifornia Coastal Trail, connecting Hammond Trail at Clam
the only route for walking or biking between the communi- Beach to Trinidad’s Scenic Drive.
ties of McKinleyville and Westhaven. When complete, the • Recent Project Progress:
Little River Trail will provide a safe, separated route for 2014: LRT Feasibility Study completed (website link)
biking and walking over the Little River and will complete 2015: Priority Parcel Acquired by Land Trust (TCLT)
a significant gap in the California Coastal Trail. 2016 : a). TCLT as lead project advocate
This current SCC grant is supporting technical studies b) HCAOG Assistance Grant
to analyze trail alignments and potential impacts, commu- c) Alternative Transportation Program (ATP) Grant
nity outreach to understand community needs and prefer- submitted/denied
ences for the trail, preliminary engineering designs, and 2017: City of Trinidad relinquishes project lead for ATP
CEQA and NEPA environmental documentation. grant
While RCAA is leading this phase of preliminary design 2018: CalTrans takes project lead and submits 2018
and environmental documentation, Caltrans will be lead- ATP grant; ATP grant declined. Only one out of nine Hum-
ing the subsequent phases of design, construction, and boldt County ATP proposals accepted.
eventual maintenance of the Little River Trail. Public sup- 2019: Project partner Redwood Community Action
port will be essential to advance these future phases of the Agency receives $900K for Phase 1: environmental engi-
trail project. neering, design and permits.
TRAIL LINK Connecting Trindad/Westhaven to points
RCAA is working closely with Trinidad Coastal Land Early 2022: CEQA, NEPA documentation anticipated to
south. Via Trinidad Coastal Land Trust
Trust (TCLT) to lead community outreach efforts for the be complete.
Little River Trail. TCLT has been a community champi- Little River Trail, for public access. The Land Trust is seek- • Project Status:
on for the trail, helping to advocate for funding and also ing input from the community about what improvements Project ready for permitting and construction
acquiring the property at the south end of Scenic Drive, they would like to see at Moonstone Beach and their vision Parcel ownerships supportive and easements confirmed
which will eventually serve as a trailhead. for the area. The walking tours will follow public health Phase 1: Funding for Engineered Designs, CEOA and
Community members are welcomed to share their ex- guidance and be outside, require that everyone wear a face Env. Permits
periences and input on the project through an on-line sur- covering, be physically-distanced and require RSVP to • Regional Planning Support:
vey at tinyurl.com/LittleRiverTrailSurvey and participate participate. Humboldt County Coastal Trail implementation Strat-
in upcoming community engagement events for the Little To RSVP, contact the Trinidad Coastal Land Trust office egy
River Trail. at info@trinidadcoastallandtrust or call (707) 677-2501 to Community scoping meetings for the Humboldt County
TCLT and RCAA will first be hosting small group walk- reserve a time slot on a walking tour and receive details for Regional Trails Master Plan
ing tours of the Little River Trail area and prospective im- time and meeting location. Hammond Coastal Trail Extension Analysis: From
provements at Moonstone Beach on the morning of Satur- RCAA and TCLT will provide an overview of the project, Trinidad to Fortuna
day, Feb. 13 between 9 a.m. to noon. share opportunities for connecting the Scenic Drive area HCAOG Regional Transportation Plan
TCLT is exploring the possibility of acquiring the Moon- to the Hammond Coastal Trail, and discuss topographical County Local Coastal Program
stone Beach property, adjacent to the northern end of the and design constraints in the project area. Humboldt County Regional Trails Master Plan

Homemade enchilada sauce tastes so much better than the factory business
C
oming late in life to Mexican food By the way, in case you didn’t know, any Rip off the stems of the chiles and gently
has only made it more of a favorite blender blade and cap will fit in a regular rub chilies to release the seeds from within,
for me. Next to mashed potatoes and (not wide mouth) canning jar and then you rip into pieces and place in a quart mason
pizza, it is one of my favorite com- can blend your sauce straight jar and pour boiling water over them. Add
fort foods, especially enchiladas. into the jar, no need to scrap it in remaining ingredients except tomatoes
Loteria Grill at The Grove in Los out of the blender carafe. and salt and push chiles below the water to
Angeles (sadly no longer there) in- I have been doing this for submerge and soak.
troduced me to the various rojo sal- more than a decade, never us- Soak for at least 30 minutes and up to
sas that could be mixed into tacos or ing my carafe at all. It is won- several hours. When you are ready to be-
enchiladas and I was hooked! derfully handy for making salad gin cooking, add tomatoes to the jar, place
I learned from my co-workers dressing too! blender blade and cap on top and puree un-
that it was the dried chilies plus
spices and herbs that made these
 KIRSTEN’S til well blended. Taste for salt.
Remember, the bitterness of the chiles
KITCHEN
DIY Enchilada Sauce
amazing sauces. So I set out to make (makes 3 cups) will mellow with cooking and the heat will
it myself. Kirsten Lindquist 3-4 guajillo dried chiles (get intensify; you can always add more heat
What a revelation! them at a Mexican grocery in the form of hot sauce but cannot take it
Not only is it easy to make your own store) away!
sauce, but it tastes so much better than a 1 ancho dried chile I usually sautee whatever protein (ex-
can or a jar (naturally) but truly doesn’t 3 cloves garlic cept refried beans) will be the filling in
take much more time to make than the 2 teaspoons oregano (or Mexican oregano) some of the sauce for added flavor.
opening of said can or jar. 1 teaspoon cumin seeds If you feel there isn’t enough to top your
You pour boiling water over dried chil- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds can grocery stores) enchiladas, add more tomatoes and water
ies, spices, garlic and herbs, and let it soak 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup boiling water to increase the sauce amount, slowly so as
for at least 30 minutes, then puree it with 1/2 teaspoon cacao nibs (optional) 1 1/2 cups canned tomatoes not to water it down too much.
canned tomatoes and presto! 1/2 teaspoon achiote seeds (check Mexi- salt Hugs!

Emissary from Summer of Love brings aural torment to mini-martyrs

• Thursday, January 14 3:15 the disc golf area. • Monday, January 18 4:42 the site a sea of bikes and bike 2:52 p.m. A raggedy-dressed
p.m. Standing in front of her 11:49 a.m. After peeing twice a.m. An East California Avenue parts plus an active rattle-can woman with red hair in a braid
Spruce Way house and yelling the inside a Valley West store, a man youth went out for a walk at 8 painting operation. and carrying a “FREE” box tried
name of the woman who has a re- plopped down on one of the re- p.m., and probably should have 4:37 p.m. A criminal master- to get into a Seventh Street resi-
straining order against you is now maining dry spots on the floor to been back by now. mind scooped up armloads of dent’s house and refused to leave,
a field-tested way to get arrested. sit a spell. He was moved along. 6:42 a.m. After a man allowed a $1 items in a Valley West store but then reconsidered.
7:59 p.m. The CHP tried to con- • Sunday, January 17 1:13 a.m. short, bald, heavily tattooed strang- and fled out the door. He and his • Thursday, January 21 2:29
tact a cattleman about a stray Deep in the Plazaland fog er to stay in his Valley West motel ill-gotten bargains were next to a.m. Hospital staff noticed a man
beast on Samoa Boulevard, the A bongoist merrily flogged room, as one does, he awoke to find alight out back by the dumpsters, passed out in a white van in the
message being, take your big He’d carpe’d his diem the body art enthusiast where he took a brief nap. parking lot, and woke him up. He
black cow and get it outta here. Since about 9 p.m. attempting to remove 4:47 p.m. Appearing as a legless managed to gurgle out the key da-
• Friday, January 15 12:17 Quite possibly fueled his pants. He and his torso in a maroon hoodie hovering tum that he had just overdosed
a.m. A man arguing with staff in by grog pants were soon in the over the sidewalk due to the all-ob- on meth before throwing up, but
the ER waiting room wore neither 12:43 a.m. To the lobby, calling police. scuring magic of camouflage trou- then refused treatment.
shoes on his feet nor mask over minstrel in the tie- 3:50 p.m. The shag- sers, a doorhandle tryer tugged Noon A person experiencing al-
his blubbering blowhole, and was dye shirt, he might gy-maned minstrel his way down Alliance Road, soon cohol withdrawal on Weeot Way
entirely too unreasonable to re- have been broadcast- again regaled the rear finding an unsecured car and help- refused to go to the nearby ER for
main in the company of others. ing his guitar stylings area of an Alliance Road ing himself to the contents. treatment.
9:41 a.m. A media enthusiast on and vocal wailings mini-mart with his sour 5:17 p.m. His brain possibly • Friday, January 22 12:08
R Street opened a cable TV/In- out over the heart of flower powerings. pickled by paint fumes, an errat- p.m. One of the streetcorner
ternet account in some other per- Haight-Ashbury at the height of • Tuesday, January 19 9:14 ic-acting man milled about dazed- sitters at Samoa Boulevard and
son’s name. the Summer of Love. But due to a a.m. Some 20 or more dead ly amid the strewn spray cans and H Street stole two pillows from
10:46 a.m. A drunken woman glitch in time-space coordinates, ducks were dumped in a ditch off bike parts at the Community Park a nearby thrift store, further
stagger-danced about the Com- he was merely tormenting the ear- Heindon Road. al fresco chop shop. furnishing that debris- and sit-
munity Center until arrested. drums of customers and staff of a 9:27 a.m. A guy has been setting 7:36 p.m. Upset about the sho- about-strewn begging station.
• Saturday, January 16 7:19 wintry Alliance Road mini-mart fires adjacent to a Community Park powner not leaving at 7 p.m., 1:03 p.m. What kind of a world
a.m. A guest at a Valley West with his melismatic maunderings. health club, and the last one left someone threatened to burn down is it, wondered an H Street resi-
motel suspected a housekeeper 9:17 p.m. A family argument smoldering smelled like plastic. a South G Street business as her dent, where one can’t have a fence
of refilling an insulin bottle that erupted over the opening of a bot- 10:22 a.m. A Community Park notion of a proportionate response. that’s over three feet tall, and yet
should have been empty. The in- tle of juice – possibly at the wrong health club has an ongoing issue 2:49 p.m. A woman in a hood- the next door neighbor can just let
sulin is for his support cat. time, or the wrong juice, or because with free-lance chefs using fire ie and Hawaiian shirt strolled his yard bushes grow unrulyly to
10:43 a.m. A person having an of inappropriate cap-twisting tech- nearby for smoking and cooking. through a historic former cream- astounding, driveway view-block-
apparent mental health crisis in nique – and evolved into a situation 11:50 a.m. An open-air stolen bi- ery building at Eighth and L streets ing proportions? A dystopian
the Community Forest acted out where a mom confined her daugh- cycle chop shop popped up in next with a jug of water and a gun stick- hellscape of a world without prop-
by taking an axe to stumps near ter to their driveway for a time. to a Community Park health club, ing out of her back pocket. er hedge-fence equity, that’s what.
J anuary 27, 2021 M ad R iver U nion 7

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So much is wrong with so many things, but at least there are free chairs
extended family is of the Catholic Faith. Mitt Romney has never had to face these
Debit card is legit Do unto others... Marriage, births and deaths were celebrat- catastrophic problems.
Some people have received an Econom- I was raised in a home without reli- ed by various masses. There is pomp and And I say unto you, do unto others as
ic Impact debit card instead of a stimulus gion. We did not go to church or pray or ceremony and true faith. you would have them do unto you. Amen.
check like last time. Do not discard it. You espouse any religious beliefs. In later years, I must say that I prefer all of this in the Jan Phelps
can take it to your bank and have them de- when hard pressed, our mother claimed a old way, in Latin. Latin brings a reverence Arcata
posit it into your account or use it where sort of Agnosticism; a belief in an unseen, to the words that in English, or Spanish,
Visa is accepted. Many still received a di- unnamed, benevolent, kind god who was or Tagalog just sound repetitive. These are
rect deposit into their account but others aware of everything. loving and mostly kind people who truly try Sturdy chairs available
received the debit card. At age 8, I was a tall gangly child with to live by the Golden Rule, do unto others… The McKinleyville Senior Center is get-
You can call the number on the back of dark curly hair, large eyes and brown skin, But I am often confused by Christians. ting ready to reopen whenever we are given
the card to verify. The number is 1-800- the result of which was shyness. I have al- On Wednesday I watched the inauguration full compliance verification from the Coun-
240-8100/TTY:.1-800-241-9100 See be- ways watched and listened to those around of the 46th President of the United States. ty.
me. The dais was full of well-wishers includ- Until then, we are offering all our
low for links that answer questions about
I was instructed and baptized into the ing six Justices of the Supreme Court. The heavy-duty chairs and tables for sale at
the debit card which I received from Con-
Mormon Church, to please my father’s three newest members of the court stood VERY reasonable prices at the Center on
gressman Huffman’s office. These links
mother. I dutifully went to the meeting- somewhat apart and without masks. Fridays from now until they are gone, be-
will answer your questions about how the
house with her. What I heard and wit- These three people, two of whom pro- ginning on January 29.
card works and what to expect in the fu- They will be out in front of the Center on
nessed was an appalling combination of fess to be very Catholic, all of whom profess
ture. This is a must read! bigotry and hatred aimed at a loving and sunny days (while the COVID-19 testing is
deep and abiding religiosity, apparently
eipcard.com/faq/ kind woman whose only crime was that she happening in the parking lot) or behind the
could not figure out how to bow their heads
irs.gov/newsroom/economic-im - was Samoan. Do unto others… Center under the overhang in back facing
in prayer at the benediction or the prayer
pact-payment-information-center-top- I read the English bible as literature, in Pierson Park. If you would like more than
offered up by the incoming President.
ic-e-eip-card college, as part of a study of the effects of The camera panned in their direction, one of anything bring a truck… we can’t de-
Sincerely, Judeo-Christian teachings on the religion, often, because their rudeness was notable. liver.
Paul Nicholson morals and politics and the formation of They may as well have been wearing signs The tables are foldable and sturdy. Ev-
Bayside our Western cultures from the Greeks to around their necks saying “we didn’t want eryone says the chairs are comfy and stack-
the Americas. to be here but Justice Roberts made us able. I tried, and I can’t figure out how to do

v LETTERS I was privileged to share a Friday night

meal, for many months, at the Dominican
come”. Do unto others…
The ink was hardly dry on the inaugu-
it. Also, anyone can afford these tables and
chairs. If you have an organization that is in
Priory in Berkeley, the home of visiting ration proclamation before a U.S. senator need, bring a truck… If you have any ques-
Antifa, meet Insurrectionist Catholic Scholars when they taught at UC. said, for all to hear, especially reporters, tions, please contact me at (707) 845-2817.
Thank you all again for your generous
These were men of towering intellect and that we don’t need another stimulus pack-
There are news reports that rioters in unshakable faith. support of our Pennies to Twenties dona-
age. Senator Mitt Romney (R) of Utah was
Portland and Seattle, taking a cue from the I visited the Glide Memorial Church of tion drive. Those little green jars are filling
very busy telling anyone who would listen
insurrectionist mob in Washington D.C., the Reverend Cecil Williams, the Church up and I am out of words to describe how
that the country does not need another
vandalized and spray painted Antifa anti of Satan starring Anton LaVey and I was grateful we are for your support.
bail-out.
Biden, anti Democrat graffiti the very first once persuaded to step inside the Peoples As many of you know the MSC was start-
How would he know? The very wealthy
day of his presidency. Temple amid those under the spell of Jim career politician, the son of a very wealthy ed with a penny drive and has been sup-
I hope locals who sympathize with either Jones. There you have the good, the bad career politician, has never gone hungry. ported solely by fundraising and donations
ideology won’t have hurting feelings if I point and the truly evil. Do unto others… He has never had to huddle with his wife in since its beginning, so this resurgence of
out they are two peas in a pod. Antifa, meet My husband’s sister “kept kosher” for the dark, whispering so as not to wake the pennies and actual twenties is really some-
Insurrectionist. Mom says lunch is ready, her Orthodox father-in-law and his love- children, trying to figure out how to feed thing special, with a little nostalgia added.
You want it in your room or at the table? ly, haunted wife who was a survivor of the them. Thank You!
Regards, Auschwitz camp. I have been to Temple and How do you keep a roof over your fam- Mr. Rene Quintana, executive director
John Dillon celebrated Passover and Chanukah with a ily’s head, food in the pantry and the heat Patti Stammer, Board member
Eureka family of true believers. A large part of my on if you have not had a job for over a year? McKinleyville

Reflections on the future of altruism CARES Act grants flow to arts orgs
Humboldt State University connected world and advocates seeing this serving socially vulnerable peoples
HUMBOLDT – What direction is our future in realistic, yet optimistic, terms.
world going and what kind of future will What kind of future will our children in- Humboldt Arts Council • The Blue Lake Education Foundation
our children inherit? Founder of the Al- herit? It is a future like all futures—it con- HUMBOLDT – COVID-19 took its toll seeks to perpetuate core and enrichment
truistic Behavior Institute, Dr. Samuel P. tains both an evolution of our species to- on the arts in Humboldt County along education priorities for the Blue Lake
Oliner explores this question in his latest wards a higher level of consciousness and with other businesses, and the California Union School District.
work: What Kind of Future a resistance to such change. Arts Council recognizes the impact that • Established in 1972, Ferndale Reper-
Will Our Children Inherit? Despite the significant chal- has had on Humboldt-based artists. tory Theatre is the oldest continuously op-
The book examines the lenges that humanity faces With the Humboldt Arts Council work- erating theatre in Humboldt County. We
areas of greatest concern re- moving forward, Dr. Olin- ing as the local partner to distribute fund- offer a season of five mainstage produc-
garding our future as a spe- er’s own work “indicates that ing, groups were awarded CARES Act tions to the public each year.
cies: war and violence, ha- goodness, defined as concern relief fund grants through the National • Youth Art Will Succeed is a Black op-
tred and holocaust, sexism for others and for making Endowment for the Arts. erated nonprofit, based in Eureka. YAWS
and discrimination, climate the world a better place, is The purpose of these grants is to aid advocates for Black youth and young adult
change and heroism, love and on the rise.” However, it will formally, or informally, organized groups artists, creating art that promotes equity,
religion, forgiveness and suf- be incumbent upon our chil- serving socially vulnerable populations in addition to providing mutual aid to lo-
fering. By combining the voic- dren to make sure that the within Humboldt County communities cal Black families. Our purpose is to begin
es of multiple accomplished glass of the future is half full. of color that are not eligible for the direct healing the harsh effects of racism and
authors into one volume, the This work will provide future CARES Act stimulus grants. bring unity to our community through art,
book paints a broad picture generations with some of the The Humboldt Arts Council has worked education, and community collaboration.
of these issues with a diversity of research knowledge necessary to help foster that to serve and partner with communities of • Westhaven Center for the Arts is a
and perspectives. better future for humanity. color in the region. In addition to provid- non-profit gallery and grassroots commu-
With editing support from the current Humboldt State University Press pub- ing monetary support, the HAC has seen nity center on the hillside above Moon-
director of the Altruistic Behavior Institute lishes high-quality scholarly, intellectual, this re-granting of CARES funds as an stone Beach (south of Trinidad CA in
and HSU Professor Dr. Ronnie Swartz, this and creative works by or in support of our opportunity to aid in the development of Humboldt County), dedicated to support-
book describes two sides to the future our campus community. The press supports emerging arts-based groups within local ing local artists and facilitating communi-
children stand to inherit: the glass half full the HSU mission to improve the human communities of color and assist in the de- ty involvement.
and the glass half empty of what has been condition and our environment by pro- livery of art-based programs to serve these • Since 2006, Playhouse Arts, the local
the trajectory of the world, it seems, since moting understanding of social, economic, communities and individuals. arts agency for the City of Arcata, has es-
the beginning of human history. This col- and environmental issues. For more infor- Humboldt Arts Council is pleased to tablished itself as a vital contributor to the
lection of critical research addresses the mation, contact HSU Press at hsupress@ have issued grants in December for the cultural livelihood and community expres-
direction humanity is taking in our inter- humboldt.edu. following organizations: sion of Arcata and Humboldt County.

Center Activities transitions to athletics in ongoing overhaul

Humboldt State University ming — including outdoor activi- be working with the athletic teams The new associate director for openness and willingness of indi-
HUMBOLDT STATE – Hum- ties, leisure programs, and certi- for training after athletes have Recreational Sports & Wellness viduals during this time is much
boldt State University Athletics fication courses — will continue completed their quarantine and Activities provides an opportunity appreciated,” says Jane Teixeira,
and Center Activities are working to be offered as COVID-19 safety are allowed to be in their pods. to reexamine the student services director of Intercollegiate Athlet-
to improve student and commu- and protocols allow. These activ- “By merging the Center Activ- being provided in the area. Pro- ics & Recreational Sports.
nity programming and services, ities will continue to take place at ities department with Intercol- gram expansion and facility usage Other priorities include:
while former University Center the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Cen- legiate Athletics & Recreational will continue to be discussed and • Enhancing technical plat-
employees have been transitioned ter, on campus, and at various lo- Sports, we will be removing many evaluated. forms and marketing efforts
to HSU to continue their hard cations around the county. barriers that existed previously, The inclusion of a robust recre- • Maintaining boater safety
work on these programs. Students and communi- which will allow for more seam- ational sports offering will add to instruction, community relation-
Most management and sup- ty members will continue to be less collaborative efforts between the programming being provided ships, and programming oppor-
port staff from the UC, including able to rent outdoor and aquatic the programs and reduced confu- by HSU already while encompass- tunities
from Center Activities, the Hum- equipment for their own adven- sion for students and community ing more students and communi- • Assessing program activity
boldt Bay Aquatic Center, and the tures from the campus location members,” says Bridget (Hand) ty members under one umbrella. and developing strategies for in-
Student Recreation Center, have as well as from the Humboldt Bay Nichols, associate director for “We are excited to reimagine creased revenue
been offered stateside positions Aquatic Center. Recreational Sports & Wellness the programs and services that • Assessing facility and equip-
and are transitioning to work for The Student Recreation Center Activities. “So many of our pro- are provided as well as begin a ment for student health activities
the University. The University will be open for student use in the grams already worked closely to- collaborative effort to be strate- • Assessing fitness programing
will maintain all student jobs in Spring semester when face-to- gether, so being under the same gic in future planning. Center Ac- • Integrating and enhancing
Center Activities. face instruction begins on March oversight will help with continuity tivities is a core function of what recreational activities among
Center Activities’ wide-ranging 8, following strict COVID-19 safe- of services and give us more op- HSU does and will continue to campus and community constit-
student and community program- ty procedures. The SRC will also portunities to grow together.” do. Change is never easy and the uents
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J anuary 27, 2021 M ad R iver U nion 8

Improvements planned for Luffenholtz area

T
he Trinidad Coastal Land Trust The discussions will help to inform offerings in several packages such
(TCLT) has received a grant architect Kash Boodjeh as he gathers as "Puzzles and Brew and Valentine
from the Wildlife Conserva- information for a conceptual plan. Dinners," “Art, Wine and Decor,”
tion Board to develop public access There will be opportunities to re- and “Jewelry and Memorabilia.”
improvements at the Tepona Point view and comment on the conceptual TCC thanks the generous donors for
parking area at Luffenholtz Beach. plan once it is done. The site plan will unique contributions.
The plans may include Americans be part of the TCLT Coastal Develop- Website manager Barbara Cline
with Disabilities Act parking recom- ment Permit application to make any and the TCC leaders have made bid-
mendations, picnic areas, improvements. For more ding easy and enjoyable.
GOOD EATS Beans from Earthly Edibles and bread
benches, a restroom, trail information about the proj- To start go to trinidadcivicclub.
from Humboldt Baking Company are featured in the
safety improvements and in- ect, email carol@trinidad- org, then click the auction link on
Sunday, Jan. 31 Brunch in Bayside menu.
terpretive signing. coastallandtrust.org or call the home page and register to bid.
Submitted photo

A sumptuous brunch
TCLT Director Carol (707) 677-2501. Winning bidders can pick up items in
Vander Meer has been work- Celebration of Love Trinidad after receiving directions via
ing with TCLT committee The Trinidad Civic Club email.

T
members, trail planners, presents a Valentine “Cel- For more information call Jan
he chefs for Brunch in Bayside have sent along and the Tribal Historic Pres- ebration of Love” Online West at (707) 677-3655. If you are
more details about next Sunday’s brunch menu. ervation Officers from the Auction, which began last unable to participate in the online
The main dish will feature heirloom beans from Cher-ae Heights Indian Community Sunday and will run through Sunday, auction, contributions to the Trinidad
Earthly Edibles, an organic CSA in Korbel. They grow a of the Trinidad Rancheria and the Feb. 7 at 5 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Memorial Lighthouse project can be
variety of interesting dried beans which I hear are quite Yurok Tribe to gather input for the Memorial Lighthouse project at the sent to Trinidad Civic Club, P.O. Box
amazing. development of a conceptual plan for harbor. 295, Trinidad, CA 95570.
You can try them out at the brunch the Tepona Point parking area and Co-Presidents Jan West and Dana
and then go buy some of your own the Luffenholtz Beach access. Hope encourage exploration of fine Email Patti at [email protected].
at their booth at the Arcata Farmers
Market.
And I’m really excited that the
brunch will include bread from Hum- Kelley named fellow at Ink People Center
boldt Baking Company, a small cot-
v BAYSIDE tage producer of naturally leavened Ink People Center mension to our communi- gle). Simply put, her birth
CORNERS breads and pastries. The usual way
to get their products is to watch their
for the Arts
HUMBOLDT – The Ink
ty engagement. A guiding
principle for Ink People has
role is to learn from seeing
and make a plan of action
Carolyn
Facebook page for delivery days and People Center for the Arts always been openness and for the people.
Jones
times and then be at Kneeland Glen welcomes new CAC ACF support of our diverse cul- Both a professional artist
Farmstand to grab a loaf when it arrives as it always sells Fellow, cultural, art and tural communities. We are and a journalist, she comes
out fast. I’ve also heard that they do some pretty amazing environmental educator still learning and growing, from generations of hide-
donuts! Nanette Kelley. and we welcome the exper- crafters and metalsmiths;
Other local products in the brunch include beets from Kelley’s nine-month tise and vision Nanette will a professional member of
Wild Rose Farm, parsnips from Willow Creek Farm, fellowship with the Ink bring in the coming year.” the Native American Jour-
fennel and lettuce from Flora Organica and greens from People, which begins this Kelley brings expertise in nalists Association (NAJA),
month, has been made pos- Nanette Kelley creating curricula around she is a contributing writer
Redwood Roots and Luna Farm.
So, though not as strictly locally sourced as the Hall’s sible through the inaugural arts administrators with intersections among in- to Indigenous publications
October brunch, next weekend’s meal is nonetheless an 2021 California Arts Coun- cultural organizations in digenous cultures, art and including First American
innovative menu largely based on locally available sea- cil Administrators of Color a nine-month profession- the environment to the Ink Art Magazine. She earned a
sonal foods. So buy yourself a good hearty healthy meal, Fellowship (CAC ACF), a al development fellowship People’s mission of weav- B.A. in Art from Humboldt
support local farmers and producers, and help the Hall statewide fellowship pro- committed to expanding ing art into the fabric of our State University and a B.A.
restore its 80-year old redwood frame windows... all at gram pairing arts leaders equity in the arts and com- community. in Corporate Communi-
the same time! of color with established munity engagement. A lifelong traveler, she cations from Rogers State
As a reminder, the brunch will be held Sunday, Jan. 31 cultural organizations for “We are very excited divides her time between University, OK. Current-
from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pick up is at Bayside Community mentorship and profes- and honored to receive this her Osage and Cherokee ly, she is pursuing an M.A.
Hall and will be drive-by if it rains. sional development oppor- highly competitive award to homelands in Oklahoma in Indigenous Education
The menu is beans baked with white wine, garlic and tunities. host Administrator of Col- and California’s Redwood & Policy through Arizona
rosemary, with wilted greens, served with a roasted beet This pilot program or Fellow Nanette Kelley,” Coast. As a first daughter State University with an
and fennel salad, Humboldt Baking Co. toast with car- pairs 10 fellows with 10 said Libby Maynard, ex- of the Wahzhazhe Nikashe emphasis in regional art,
amelized onion parsnip spread and a local jam coffee host organizations across ecutive director of the Ink (Osage Nation) Eagle Clan, cultural, and natural histo-
cake. Pre-order by Jan. 27 online at baysidecommunity- nine regions in Califor- People Center for the Arts. she was named Hxutha ry community-based cur-
hall.org or by calling (707) 599-3192. nia, partnering individual “She will add depth and di- Doin (Looking at the Ea- riculum.
If you want to eat but are short on cash, consider vol-

What’s on Your Bucket List? airs on KEET

unteering. There are slots on both Saturday and Sunday
for a variety of skills.
And if you still haven’t purged your winter clothing,
Arcata Mutual Aid continues to collect warm weather KEET
gear (size large and above) for distribution to those in HUMBOLDT – You've seen the books and lists of 100
need. You can drop off your items when you pick up your things to do before you die that suggest adventures to try,
brunch. places to visit, food to eat, and books to read.
For more information, to volunteer, to send news or to What's on Your Bucket List? answers this question for
just say hi, email [email protected] or 12 Humboldt County residents. You don't have to travel
call (707) 599-3192. far to have a bucket list adventure. It’s right in your back-
yard or at least close to it. This new six-part series will pre-
miere on KEET-TV, Thursday, Jan. 28, at 7:30 p.m.
Retired life coach and author Tracey Barnes-Priestley is
the creator and host of What's on Your Bucket List?
Excited by the focus of the show, in 2018 she developed
the show's concept and was happy when her friend and
co-producer Jan Ostrom agreed to sign on to the project.
Barnes-Priestley next approached KEET-TV to make it the selected people wanted to check their idea off their
happen. When asked why she created this show, she ex- bucket lists.
plains, “As a therapist and life coach, I'd seen so many She asked one woman who said, “It helps me focus on
older folks postpone or put off their interests and dreams. what I value the most." Another participant explained,
Their reasons were varied – financial limitations, no ac- "Having goals keeps me moving forward. I don't want to
cess to what they wanted to try, no idea how to go about get stuck in my old age," and another laughed and said, "I
making their dream become a reality, no one to do the ac- want to enjoy life and have fun!"
tivity with or fear, the old inner voice yelling, ‘You can't Ostrom adds, “This has been a wonderful show to work
LIONS HELP OUT The McKinleyville Lions Club re- do that.’ ” on, from the original concept of demonstrating and en-
cently donated $1,000 to the Bridgeville Fire Depart- She says this show will shatter the myths of aging. couraging healthy aging to see that idea come to life.”
ment to assist them with fire relief efforts. The Lions Barnes-Priestley and Ostrom asked the public, age 60 Some of the adventures you will see in this series in-
Club has been active in fire relief and food drives and older, to submit a local bucket list activity or some- clude a person who has had a goal to throw out the first
throughout the fire season. For more information on thing they wanted to experience. pitch at a Crabs baseball game and another who wanted to
how the McKinleyville Lions Club serves the com- The response was overwhelming, with more than 50 coach Special Olympics. 
munity visit facebook.com/McKinleyvilleLionsClub. great submissions. They were able to narrow the list down “This show has deepened my love for Humboldt Coun-
. Submitted photo to 12 people to fulfill their bucket list adventure.   ty, the beautiful environment, and the people who are
Barnes-Priestley says she was fascinated to learn why kind, generous, and spirited!” said Ostrom.
VIRTUAL GALLERY The Redwood Art Association is
showing a Virtual Gallery exhibit on their website in hon-
or of Roy Grieshaber who served as RAA Director for 15
years including eight as President. This virtual exhibition Artists invited to join ‘Just Imagine’ virtual art show
was judged by Gabrielle Gopinath, writer, art and film Cooperation Humboldt nual Artists Dismantling Capitalism following prompt:
history teacher, and art critic. “It was a pleasure to re- Cooperation Humboldt invites art- symposium taking place Feb. 26-28, • Just Imagine
view the submissions for this year’s awards. They reflect ists, social change workers, and those with potential to be showcased for • Imagine a just transition to the
the eclectic approach and attention to place that have who imagine a better tomorrow to ongoing public viewing. Those wish- next world:
long been hallmarks of artworks on display at the Red- participate in “Just Imagine,”an on- ing to participate in “Just Imagine” • What are the values you want to
wood Art Association,” Gopinath said. View the entire going public art show. “Just Imagine” are asked to submit work inspired by, take with you into a new economy?
exhibition at redwoodart.us. will launch virtually at the fourth an- or which fits within the context, of the ART  10
 J anuary 27, 2021 M ad R iver U nion 9
RESTORING THE WORLD 350 Humboldt Humboldt County’s Jewish community for tice. Steinberg is a member of the Humboldt book page, or at actionnetwork.org/events/
will present Rabbi Naomi Steinberg on more than 25 years. She was active during Interfaith Fellowship and the True North naomi-steinberg. 350 Humboldt is the local
Zoom on Monday, Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. Titled the 1990s in the effort to preserve the Head- Spiritual Leaders’ Caucus, and has taught in affiliate of the international climate change
“Tikun Olam & Tikun Nefesh: Restoring the waters Forest of old-growth redwoods. In the HSU Religious Studies Department. She organization 350.org. This event is cospon-
World and Restoring the Soul,” Steinberg’s this presentation she will explain the He- is also a folk singer and storyteller, and com- sored by Temple Beth El, the Climate Action
presentation will detail how efforts toward brew terminology in the title, share songs poses music for the Temple Beth El Choir Campaign of the Unitarian Fellowship, En-
social transformation interface with per- and stories, and discuss the connections be- and soloists. Participants may register for vironmental Protection Information Center,
sonal transformation. Steinberg has served tween political activism and spiritual prac- the presentation at 350 Humboldt’s Face- and Cooperation Humboldt.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS by Vickie I., Deputy RFP documents on file cil of the City of Arcata ATTEST: Bridget Dory, Bids or to waive any in-
430 NEWTON RD. THIS HEARING WILL BE
NAME STATEMENT WEOTT, CA 95571 1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27 with the City of Arcata. Amending Zoning Regula- City Clerk, City of Arcata formalities in any Bid. No
CONDUCTED ONLINE tions Pertaining to City-Ini- Summary of
21-00041 CONDUCTED BY: Each Proposal must be Bid shall be withdrawn for
AND MAY BE ATTEND- accompanied by a certified tiated Land Use Devel- Ordinance No. 1542 a period of ninety (90) cal-
The following person(s) is (are) A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPA- CITATION FOR
PUBLICATION ED THROUGH ZOOM. check, cashier’s check, or opment Projects and the This urgency ordinance endar days subsequent to
doing business as: NY
PEAK REALTY S/TAWNY MORSE UNDER WELFARE AND COURT PROCEEDINGS personal security made Cannabis Innovation Zone extends Urgency Ordi- the opening of Bids without
31441 HWY 299 OWNER INSTITUTIONS CODE MAY BE ACCESSED ON payable without condition (:CIZ) Combining Zone, at nance No. 1536, but only the consent of the County.
BLUE LAKE, CA 95525 This statement was filed with the SECTION 294 THE COURT’S WEBSITE to the City of Arcata in an which time the reading in in regard to commercial All Bidders will be re-
P.O. BOX 1068 Humboldt County Clerk on Case Name: Josiah Rip- AT https://www.humboldt. amount of five (5) percent full thereof was waived and tenants—not residen- quired to certify that they
BLUE LAKE, CA 95525 DEC. 29, 2020 peon, aka Joshiah Rippe- courts.ca.gov. of the Proposer’s Cost approval granted for read- tial—placing substantive are eligible to submit a
COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT KELLY E. SANDERS on, aka Josiah Alexander If you object to the Proposal. ing the ordinance by title limitations on the eviction Bid on this project and
KEVIN A. LANE SC, DEPUTY CLERK Marvel granting of the petition, Proposals will be evalu- only. Ordinance No. 1540 of commercial tenants that they are not listed ei-
31441 HWY 299 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3 Case No. JV2000130 ated and ranked by a City was passed and adopted due to a tenant’s inability ther (1) on the Controller
you should appear at the
BLUE LAKE, CA 95525 of Arcata Selection Com- at a regular City Council to pay rent resulting from General’s List of Ineligible
1. To: MIKALA RIPPE- hearing and state your
CONDUCTED BY: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS mittee. The award for this meeting held on January the impacts of COVID-19. Bidders/Contractors, or (2)
AN INDIVIDUAL ON, JOSEPH MARVEL objections or file written
NAME STATEMENT 20, 2021, by the following The ordinance will expire
and JEFFREY TURNER, objections with the court Contract is anticipated to on the debarred list of the
S/KEVIN LANE 20-00624
and anyone claiming to be be made on or after the Ar- vote: AYES: Pereira, Wat- February 28, 2021, unless Labor Commissioner of
BROKER/OWNER The following person(s) is (are) before the hearing. Your
This statement was filed with the doing business as: a parent of Josiah Rippe- cata City Council meeting son, Atkins-Salazar, Gold- extended. the State of California.
appearance may be in per-
Humboldt County Clerk on 1. CLIMATE FINANCE on, aka Joshiah Rippeon, on Wednesday, April 21, stein, Schaefer. NOES: The full text of Ordinance The successful Bidder
son or by your attorney.
JAN. 20, 2021 SOLUTIONS aka Josiah Alexander Mar- 2021. None. ABSENT: None. No. 1542 is available for shall possess a valid Con-
If you are a creditor or The Request for Propos- ABSTENTIONS: None. public inspection at the of- tractor’s license in good
KELLY E. SANDERS CHRISTY TOWNS COACHING vel born on 08/16/2020,
a contingent creditor of als Package for this Work APPROVED: Sofia fice of the City Clerk, Arca- standing, with a classifica-
TN, DEPUTY CLERK 2364 GRAHAM ROAD at Mad River Hospital,
1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17 BAYSIDE, CA 95524 Arcata, CA, transferred to the decedent, you must will be available on Janu- Pereira, Mayor, City of Ar- ta City Hall, 736 F Street, tion of “B” (General Build-
COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT UCSF Benioff Children’s file your claim with the ary 20, 2021: cata. Arcata, California, Monday ing Contractor) at the time
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS OLD GROWTH Hospital, San Francisco, court and mail a copy to • For download from the ATTEST: Bridget Dory, through Friday, between the contract is awarded.
NAME STATEMENT STRATEGIES INC. CA. the personal representa- City’s website, www.city- City Clerk, City of Arcata 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The successful Bidder
20-00632 CALIFORNA 2. A hearing will be held tive appointed by the court ofarcata.org under “Bids.” Summary of Ordinance The ordinance takes ef- will be required to comply
The following person(s) is (are) C4656866 on March 29, 2021, at 8:30 within the later of either • For purchase at City No. 1540 fect February 1, 2021, BY with all equal employment
doing business as: 600 F ST., SUITE 3-125 a.m. in Dept. 7 located at (1) four months from the Manager’s Office, 736 “F” This ordinance increas- ORDER OF THE CITY opportunity laws and regu-
BENTLEY’S DISPLAY ARCATA, CA 95521 Superior Court of Califor- Street, Arcata, CA 95521. es the number of Use COUNCIL OF THE CITY lations both at the time of
date of first issuance of let-
4733 ASTER WAY CONDUCTED BY: A printing charge of $50.00 Permits, from 20 to 30, OF ARCATA. Dated: Jan- award and throughout the
nia, County of Humboldt, ters to a general personal
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 A CORPORATION uary 20, 2021.
825 Fifth Street, Eureka, representative, as defined shall not be refundable, for commercial canna- duration of the Project.
COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT S/CHRISTINE TOWNS
CA 95501, Juvenile Divi- in section 58(b) of the Cal- plus shipping and han- bis activities in Area 2 of Bridget Dory, City Clerk, This project is subject
BENTLEY CUSHING-MURRAY PRESIDENT
4733 ASTER WAY This statement was filed with the sion, 2nd floor. OTHER: ifornia Probate Code, or dling costs to be paid by the Cannabis Innovation City of Arcata to compliance monitoring
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 Humboldt County Clerk on Check the court’s website (2) 60 days from the date the Supplier, based on lo- Zone. Further, it clarifies 1/27 and enforcement by the
CONDUCTED BY: DEC. 18, 2020 on how to appear at your cation for mailing of RFP that land use development Department of Industrial
of mailing or personal de-
AN INDIVIDUAL KELLY E. SANDERS hearing. There will be in- Package. Checks payable projects proposed by the INVITATION TO Relations.  Pursuant to
livery to you of a notice
S/BENTLEY CUSHING-MUR- SC, DEPUTY CLERK formation posted on how to the City of Arcata and City are exempt from per- BID NOTICE Section 1771.1(a) of the
under section 9052 of the INFORMAL BID
RAY 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3 to appear remotely if the shall be mailed or deliv- mit requirements when California Labor Code, a
OWNER court remains closed. For California Probate Code. ered in person to the Con- they are in compliance ARCHITECT’S contractor or subcontrac-
This statement was filed with the assistance with appearing Other California statutes tracts and Special Projects with the General Plan and ESTIMATE $115,000 tor shall not be qualified
Humboldt County Clerk on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS virtually, please contact and legal authority may Manager. the Land Use Code. NOTICE IS HEREBY to bid on, be listed in a bid
DEC. 23, 2020 NAME STATEMENT Child Welfare Services’ affect your rights as a • For viewing at City The full text of Ordinance GIVEN that sealed bids proposal, subject to the
KELLY E. SANDERS 20-00642 mainline phone number at creditor. You may want Manager’s Office, 736 “F” No. 1540 is available for are invited by the Depart- requirements of Section
SC, DEPUTY CLERK The following person(s) is (are) (707) 445-6180. to consult with an attor- Street, Arcata, CA 95521 public inspection at the of- ment of Public Works of 4104 of the Public Con-
1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10 doing business as: 3. At the hearing the court ney knowledgeable in and at the fice of the City Clerk, Arca- Humboldt County, a public tract Code, or engage in
CASTLEWARE will consider the recom- California law. Humboldt Builder’s Ex- ta City Hall, 736 F Street, body, corporate and politic, the performance of any
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 801 RIVERSIDE PARK RD. #32 for the performance of all
mendations of the social You may examine the change, 1213 5th Street, Arcata, California, Monday contract for public work,
NAME STATEMENT CARLOTTA, CA 95528
worker or probation officer. file kept by the court. If Eureka, CA 95501. through Friday, between the work and the furnish- as defined in Sections
21-00638 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT
The following person(s) is (are) 4. The social worker or you are a person interest- The City of Arcata re- 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ing of all the labor, mate- 1770 et seq. of the Labor
MAUREEN L. SMITHEY
doing business as: 801 RIVERSIDE PARK RD. #32 probation officer will rec- ed in the estate, you may serves the right to reject The ordinance will take rials, supplies, tools, and Code, unless currently
ROOTIMENTREES CARLOTTA, CA 95528 ommend that your child be file with the court a formal any and all bids. effect February 19, 2021, equipment for the following registered and qualified to
4373 CENTRAL AVE CONDUCTED BY: freed from your legal cus- Danielle Allred, BY ORDER OF THE CITY project: perform public work pur-
Request for Special Notice
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 AN INDIVIDUAL tody so that the child may Contracts and Special COUNCIL OF THE CITY CONSTRUCTION OF: suant to Section 1725.5
(form DE-154) of the filing
1551 NURSERY WAY STE. C S/MAUREEN SMITHEY be adopted. If the court Projects Manager OF ARCATA. Dated: Jan- PUBLIC HEALTH LAB of the Labor Code. It is
of an inventory and ap-
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 OWNER follows the recommen- (707) 825-2101 uary 20, 2021. AUXILIARY SPACE RE- not a violation of Section
COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT This statement was filed with the praisal of estate assets or Bridget Dory, City Clerk, MODEL PROJECT 1771.1(a) for an unregis-
dation, all your parental [email protected]
BOSIM 4373 LLC Humboldt County Clerk on rights to the child will be of any petition or account January 20, 2021 City of Arcata COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT tered contractor to submit
CA 201711610058 DEC. 30, 2020 terminated. as provided in Probate 1/20, 2/3 1/27 PROJECT NUMBER: a bid that is authorized
1551 NURSERY WAY STE. A KELLY E. SANDERS 5. You have the right to be Code section 1250. A Re- ‘ 162755 by Section 7029.1 of the
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 TN, DEPUTY CLERK present at the hearing, to quest for Special Notice ‘SUPERIOR COURT OF CITY OF ARCATA Pursuant to the Contract Business and Professions
CONDUCTED BY: 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3 present evidence, and you form is available from the CALIFORNIA, COUNTY LEGAL NOTICE Documents on file with Code or by Section 10164
A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPA- have the right to be repre- court clerk. OF SONOMA INTRODUCTION OF the Department of Public or 20103.5 of the Public
NY FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Works of Humboldt Coun-
sented by an attorney. If Attorney for the petitioner: CASE NO. 87526 ORDINANCE NO. 1541 Contract Code, provided
S/SHERRY TRUDELL NAME STATEMENT
you do not have an attor- SOLEN CASHMAN CITATION TO PARENT I hereby certify that at ty. the contractor is registered
CFO 20-00625
This statement was filed with the ney and cannot afford to GALE & NIELSEN FAMILY CODE 7880 a regular meeting held A pre-bid meeting is to perform public work pur-
The following person(s) is (are)
Humboldt County Clerk on doing business as: hire one, the court will ap- 2850 HARRIS ST. JEREMIAH MOORE, Pe- on January 20, 2021, the scheduled for 2:00 p.m. suant to Section 1725.5
DEC. 29, 2020 honeycomb coffee point an attorney for you. EUREKA, CA 95503 titioner Arcata City Council in- Pacific Time, January 28, at the time the contract is
KELLY E. SANDERS 431 1ST. AVE. 6. If the court terminates (707) 269-0167 vs. troduced Ordinance No. 2021 at the Humboldt awarded.
SC, DEPUTY CLERK BLUE LAKE, CA 95525 your parental rights, the 1/20, 1/27, 2/3 Bryan AULTMAN, 1541, summarized below, County Public Health The Contractor, and each
1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10 P.O. BOX 397 order may be final. Respondent An Ordinance of the City Building, 529 I Street, Eu- subcontractor participating
BLUE LAKE, CA 95525 7. The court will proceed To: Bryan AULTMAN: Council of the City of Ar- reka, California. Contract in the Project, shall be re-
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT with this hearing whether CITY OF ARCATA By order of this court you cata Amending the Arcata Documents, Plans and quired to pay the prevailing
NAME STATEMENT KEIKO SUGATA or not you are present. are hereby advised that Municipal Code to Adjust Specifications will be avail- wages as established by
736 F STREET
21-00001 449 GREENWOOD ROAD ATTORNEY FOR: you may appear in De- Councilmember Salary, able on January 20, 2021. the Department of Indus-
The following person(s) is (are) ARCATA, CA
BLUE LAKE, CA 95525 CHILD WELFARE SER- partment 22 of this court Title II—Administration, Each Bid must be con- trial Relations, Division of
doing business as: CONDUCTED BY: (707) 825-2101
VICES NOTICE TO SUPPLI- located at 3035 Cleveland Chapter 1—Council, Sec- tained in a sealed enve- Labor Statistics and Re-
HUMBOLDT HARVEST AN INDIVIDUAL JEFFERSON BILLINGS- Avenue, Santa Rosa, Cali- tion 2010—Salaries of the lope addressed as set search, P.O. Box 420603,
LOVE LIFE S/KEIKO SUGATA ERS
LEY, COUNTY COUNSEL REQUEST FOR fornia, on Feb. 17, 2021 at City Council Members, at forth in said Bid Docu- San Francisco, CA,
2355 CENTRAL AVE. #123 OWNER/OPERATOR #233776 PROPOSALS (RFP) 8:30 a.m. (Remote) then which time the reading in ments, and filed at the Phone: (415) 703-4780.
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 This statement was filed with the
COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT KATIE BACA, DEPU- ULTRAVIOLET (UV) and there to show cause, full thereof was waived office of the Clerk of the The attention of Bidders
Humboldt County Clerk on
HUMBOLDT HARVEST INC. DEC. 18, 2020 TY COUNTY COUNSEL DISINFECTION EQUIP- if any you have, why Jor- and approval granted for Board of Supervisors of is directed to the fact that
CA 3786049 KELLY E. SANDERS #188031 MENT SYSTEM dyn Elizabeth NIX should reading the ordinance by Humboldt County, 825 5th the work proposed herein
2355 CENTRAL AVE. #123 TN, DEPUTY CLERK 825 FIFTH STREET - ARCATA not be declared should not title only. The motion to Street, Room 111, Eure- to be done will be financed
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27 EUREKA, CA 95501 WASTEWATER TREAT- be declared free from your introduce Ordinance No. ka, California at or before in whole or in part with
CONDUCTED BY: (707) 445-7236 MENT FACILITY IM- custody and control for the 1541 was passed by the 2:00 P.M., Pacific Day- State and County funds,
A CORPORATION DATE: January 05, 2021 PROVEMENTS purpose of freeing her for following vote: AYES: light Time, on February 9, and therefore all of the ap-
S/ESTHER BENEMANN CITATION FOR PUBLI- Kim M. Bartleson, Clerk, PROJECT placement for adoption. Pereira, Watson, At- 2021. All Bids will be pub- plicable State and County
CEO CATION by Jody N., Deputy The City of Arcata is so- The following information kins-Salazar, Goldstein, licly opened and summary statutes, rulings and reg-
This statement was filed with the UNDER WELFARE AND 1/13, 1/20, 1/27 liciting bids for the ULTRA- concerns rights and pro- Schaefer. NOES: None. amounts read aloud. The ulations will apply to such
Humboldt County Clerk on cedures that relate to this ABSENT: None. AB- officer whose duty it is to work.
INSTITUTIONS CODE VIOLET (UV) DISINFEC-
JAN. 5, 2021 proceeding for the termi- STENTIONS: None. open the Bids will decide In the performance of
KELLY E. SANDERS SECTION 294 TION EQUIPMENT SYS-
NOTICE OF PETITION TEM - ARCATA WASTE- nation of custody and con- Bridget Dory, City Clerk, when the specified time this contract, the Contrac-
SC, DEPUTY CLERK trol of child as set forth inn City of Arcata for the opening of Bids has tor will not discriminate
Case Name: Aviana TO ADMINISTER ES- WATER TREATMENT FA-
1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10 FC section 7890 through Summary of arrived. against any employee or
Pittman TATE OF CILITY IMPROVEMENT
Case No. JV2000129 LINDA MARIE EK PROJECT. 7864. Ordinance No. 1541 Plans and Specifica- applicant for employment
1. To: SARA FULLER CASE NO.: PR2100003 The WORK consists of 1. At the beginning of the If adopted, this ordinance tions and other Contract in accordance with the
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT and JOEL PITTMAN, and To all heirs, beneficiaries, supply of the UV Disinfec- proceeding the court will will increase the City Coun- Document forms will be provisions of the Califor-
21-00022 anyone claiming to be a tion Equipment System, as consider whether or not cil members’ salary by five available for examination nia Fair Employment and
creditors, contingent cred-
The following person(s) is (are) parent of Aviana Pittman described in the Request the interest of minor re- percent (5%) for the past upon prior arrangement Housing Act. (Government
itors, and persons who
doing business as: born on 08/21/2020, at St. for Proposal (RFP) docu- quire the appointment of calendar year for a total of at the Department of Code section 12900 et
may otherwise be interest- $772.28 per month. seq.)
MCKINLEYVILLE Joseph Hospital, Eureka, ments, including submit- counsel. If the court finds Public Works, 1106 Sec-
ed in the will or estate, or The full text of Ordinance
CHEVROLET BUICK California. tals, design assistance, that this interest does re- ond Street, Eureka, CA, In accordance with the
1900 CENTRAL AVE. both, of: quire protection, the court No. 1541 is available for 95501, Phone: (707) 445- provisions of Section
2. A hearing will be held LINDA MARIE EK equipment, spare parts,
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 on March 15, 2021, at start-up, and commission- will appoint counsel to public inspection at the of- 7493. Plans will also be 22300 of the Public con-
COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT A Petition for Probate represent her whether or fice of the City Clerk, Arca- available at the Humboldt tractors’ code, the Con-
8:30 a.m. in Dept. 7 lo- ing services, as well as co-
CARMADDIE LLC has been filed by: DAVID not she is able to afford ta City Hall, 736 F Street, County Bid Opportunities tractor may elect to receive
cated at Superior Court of ordination with the Instal-
CA 201503510137 EK in the Superior Court of counsel. Minor will not be Arcata, California, Monday website: https://humboldt- 100% of payments due un-
1795 CENTRAL AVE. California, County of Hum- lation Contractor during
boldt, 825 Fifth Street, Eu- California, County of HUM- equipment installation. The present in court unless she through Friday, between gov.org/bids.aspx and for der the contract from time
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 BOLDT. so requests or the court so 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. viewing at area plan cen- to time, without retention
CONDUCTED BY: reka, CA 95501, Juvenile System will be installed
Division, 2nd floor. The Petition for Probate in a new UV Disinfection orders. Ordinance No. 1541 may ters. Complete sets may of any portion of the pay-
A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPA- be considered for adoption ment, by entering into an
3.At the hearing the court requests that: DAVID EK Facility within a retrofitted 2. If you appear without be obtained via prior ar-
NY
will consider the recom- be appointed as personal existing chlorine contact counsel and are unable to at the regularly scheduled rangement from Humboldt Escrow Agreement for Se-
S/REZA LANKARANI
MANAGING MEMBER mendations of the social representative to adminis- basin, the facility design afford counsel, the court meeting of the Arcata City County Public Works. curity Deposits In Lieu of
This statement was filed with the worker or probation officer. ter the estate of the dece- for which will be based must appoint counsel for Council to be held on Feb- Complete sets may be Retention.
Humboldt County Clerk on 4. The social worker or dent. on the selected Supplier’s you, unless you knowingly ruary 3, 2021, and, if ad- obtained upon advanced DATED:
JAN. 12, 2021 probation officer will rec- equipment. Preliminary and intelligently waive the opted at that time, will take payment of $50.00 each, ATTEST:
The petition requests
KELLY E. SANDERS ommend that your child be layouts, and electrical right to be represented by effect March 5, 2021. 100 % of which shall be re- By:
authority to administer
KT, DEPUTY CLERK freed from your legal cus- and control information is counsel. The court will not Bridget Dory, City Clerk, funded upon the return of Kathy Hayes
the estate under the Inde-
1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10 tody so that the child may included in Appendix E of appoint the same counsel City of Arcata such sets unmarked and in Clerk of the Board
pendent Administration of to represent both you and 1/27 good condition within ten of Supervisors,
be adopted. If the court Estates Act. (This author- the RFP documents. Pur-
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS follows the recommen- chase and installation of Jordyn Elizabeth NIX. (10) days after the bids are County of Hum-
NAME STATEMENT ity will allow the personal 3. If the court appoint- CITY OF ARCATA opened. Checks should boldt, State of California
dation, all your parental this System will be part of
20-00644 representative to take any ed counsel for you, at the LEGAL NOTICE be made payable to Coun- 1/27, 2/3
rights to the child will be a larger, two-phased Arca-
The following person(s) is (are) actions without obtaining end of the proceeding, the ADOPTION OF ty of Humboldt.
doing business as: terminated. ta Wastewater Treatment
5. You have the right to be court approval. Before Facility Improvements court will hold a hearing ORDINANCE NO. 1542 Each Bid shall be submit-
BMW OF HUMBOLDT BAY taking certain very import- to determine the amount, I hereby certify that at a ted on the forms furnished
1795 CENTRAL AVE. present at the hearing, to Project (AWTF Project)
present evidence, and you ant actions, however, the and the selected Sup- if any, that you will be re- regular meeting held on by the County within the
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519
have the right to be repre- personal representative plier will be required to quired to reimburse the January 20, 2021, the Ar- Bid Documents. All forms
COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT
county for the services of cata City Council adopted must be completed.
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