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Humboldt supervisors approve hiring exceptions, property acquisition and emergency declaration; adopt Workplace 2030 initiative
Summary
At a single meeting the Board of Supervisors approved an exception to the hiring freeze for three budgeted positions in the sheriff’s office (4–1), moved forward on a strategic acquisition of 803 4th Street, declared a local emergency for a fast‑moving Centerville landslide, and unanimously accepted the Workplace 2030 workforce initiative.
EUREKA — The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors on a single agenda approved several staff recommendations spanning personnel, facilities and emergency response while also adopting a county workforce plan.
Hiring‑freeze exception approved 4–1 The board approved an exception to the county’s hiring freeze to allow recruitment for three budgeted positions: an administrative/finance analyst focused on grants and two community service officer (CSO) positions. Supervisor Steve Madrone (who pulled the item for discussion) voted no, citing the county’s projected general‑fund shortfall and a concern that hiring now could lead to layoffs later. Supporters said the positions are budgeted, that the analyst and ASO work will help the county secure outside grants, and that CSOs perform non‑sworn community‑engagement and…
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