Board directs staff to pursue government-relations contacts with Cal Poly Humboldt
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Directors discussed outreach with Cal Poly Humboldt staff, who offered resources to help with advocacy and communications; the board directed the chief to continue conversations with university contacts about potential support and future joint lobbying efforts.
The board discussed government-relations options, including a recent joint study session with Cal Poly Humboldt representatives who offered to increase communications and help with lobbying or outreach at the state level.
Directors described meeting Cal Poly Humboldt staff (identified in the meeting as Stephanie Gildan and Chris Gazzaro) at the district’s open house and a study session. Directors said the university representatives offered marketing and digital resources, and that the university may assist with outreach for potential voter initiatives or state advocacy related to district capacity needs. Board members emphasized the district’s limited personnel and called for multi-pronged coordination with university leadership and state representatives.
The board directed the chief to continue conversations with university staff, pursue coordination with state representatives where appropriate, and return recommendations. Directors also asked that the item remain on future agendas so the district’s outreach efforts do not lapse.