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Boards and Commissions
The City of Eureka has twelve active boards and commissions that serve as advisory bodies to Council. Board and Commission meetings can be viewed on the View Meetings page. Download the "Boards, Commissions & Committee Handbook" to learn more about City Boards & Commissions.
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for appointment to any board or commission, a person must be a qualified registered elector of the City of Eureka, the Humboldt Community Services District, or be the owner of a business located within the city limits of the City of Eureka. Appointments of qualified non-city residents require a four-fifths vote of the Council for confirmation.
Compensation
Members on boards and commissions serve as a civic responsibility and without compensation. No member of any board or commission may hold any paid office or employment in the city government.
Applying for Appointment
The City of Eureka invites interested citizens to apply for appointment (PDF) to City Boards and Commissions. See Board and Commission Vacancies (PDF) for a list of current openings for which applications are being accepted.
Current Board Members
See the 2022 Boards Appointments List (DOCX).
Participation
The public may participate in public meetings in the following manner:
- View-only option available on the City's website (no participation)
- Attend the meeting in person. City Hall is open for meetings.
- View and participate via Zoom. See the public hearing notice and/or agenda to find the Zoom information for the meeting.
- Participate in writing. See the public hearing notice and/or agenda to find deadlines for submitting written comments before the meeting. All written comments received prior to the meeting, or in person at the meeting will be part of the public record for consideration but may not be read aloud during the meeting. Submit written comments at the meeting, or before the meeting:
- By mail to:
531 K Street
Eureka, CA 95501
- By mail to:
Accessibility Notice
The Council Chamber is open to the public, and is the location for each of the Board, Commission and Committee meetings. The Chamber is located on the second floor of City Hall and is wheelchair accessible. Accommodations and access to City meetings for people with special needs must be requested of the City Clerk at 707-441-4175 in advance of the meeting.
Regular Meetings
- 12:30 pm
- 3rd Tuesday of every month
- Council Chamber
Overview
Contact Phone: 707-441-4144
Read about the Arts and Culture Commission (PDF).
Duties
- Reviews public art projects
- Appoints "Artist of the Month" 12 times each year
- Drafts and implements the "Eureka Strategic Arts Plan"
- Advises City Council regarding community aesthetics and art-related topics
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
Regular Meetings
- 9:00 a.m.
- 4th Friday of each quarter (January, April, July, October)
- Council Chamber
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes
Overview
The Board of Appeals has been established to determine the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction and to provide for reasonable interpretations of the provisions of all volumes of all codes adopted by the Eureka Municipal Code, with the exception of the Uniform Administrative Code.
The objectives and purposes of the Board of Appeals of the City of Eureka are those set forth in the Uniform Building Code and Uniform Fire Code and amendments and supplements thereto, and those powers and duties delegated to the Board of Appeals by the City Council of the City of Eureka.
To file an appeal, click here for the form. Please compete form and email to building@eurekaca.gov.
Contact Phone: 707-441-4155
Regular Meetings
- 3:30 pm
- 4th Tuesday quarterly
- Council Chamber
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes
Overview
The purpose of the Community Oversite Board on Police Practices is to increase the transparency of, and public confidence in, policing matters, including the complaint process. The COBB serves as an advisory board to the City Council on police-community relations and police operations, including community engagement, crime prevention and control efforts. The COBB will promote and encourage open communication, constructive dialogue, and cooperation between the police department and residents, recognizing policing in the City of Eureka is a shared responsibility.
Regular Meetings
- 5 pm
- 3rd Wednesday of every month
- Council Chamber
Overview
Contact Phone: 707-441-4144
Duties
- Serves as City's official Business Loan Approval Committee
- Appoints "Business of the Month" 12 times each year
- Drafts and implements the "Eureka Economic Development Strategic Plan"
- Advises City Council regarding all things related to Economic Development
Regular Meetings
- 5 pm
- 1st Monday of every month
- Council Chamber
Overview
Contact Phone: 707-441-4194
Regular Meetings
- 5 pm
- As needed
- Council Chamber
Overview
Contact Phone: 707-441-4114
Regular Meetings
- 4:00 p.m.
- 1st Wednesday of every month
- Council Chamber
Overview
Contact Phone: 707-441-4160
Read about the Historic Preservation Commission (PDF).
Duties
- Various project and permit approvals related to any exterior changes to any of the 1,000-plus structures on the Local Register of Historic Places
- Fulfills requirements regarding various State laws
- Develops and promotes Historic Preservation related events
- Advises City Council regarding Historic Preservation
Regular Meetings
- 6 pm
- 4th Thursday of every month
- Council Chamber
Overview
Contact Phone: 707-441-4251
Read about the Open Space, Parks and Recreation Commission (PDF).
Overview
Regular Meetings
- 5:30 p.m.
- 2nd Monday of every month
- Council Chamber
Overview
Contact Phone: 707-441-4160
Read about the Planning Commission (PDF).
Duties
- Various project and permit approvals related to development
- Zoning Code Amendment
- General Plan Amendment
- Zoning approvals
- Fulfills requirements regarding various State laws
- Advises City Council regarding land use and development decisions
Regular Meetings
- 3:30 to 5 pm
- 2nd Tuesday of every month
- Council Chamber
Overview
Contact Phone: 707-441-4194
Email the Engineering Department
Read about the Transportation Safety Commission (PDF).
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City Clerk's Office
Physical Address
531 K Street
Eureka City Hall
Eureka, CA 95501
Phone: 707-441-4175
City Hall Hours
Monday through Friday (except holidays)
9 am to 4 pmCity Clerk's office closes from 12 pm to 1 pm daily