To: Board of Supervisors
From: Clerk of the Board
Agenda Section: Consent
Vote Requirement: Majority
SUBJECT:
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Humboldt County Fish & Game Advisory Commission 2026 Grant Opportunity
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
Recommendation
That the Board of Supervisors:
1. Receive and file the report.
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STRATEGIC PLAN:
This action supports the following areas of your Board's Strategic Plan.
Area of Focus: Core Services/Other
Strategic Plan Category: 9999 - Core Services/Other
DISCUSSION:
The Humboldt County Fish & Game Advisory Commission is accepting Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for educational and conservation projects benefiting local fish and wildlife. A total of $4,000*, sourced from state fish and wildlife code violation funds, will be awarded to projects focused on the education, protection, conservation, propagation or preservation of fish and wildlife within Humboldt County.
Organizations, educators and community groups with qualifying projects are encouraged to apply. Proposals must demonstrate a clear benefit to local fish and wildlife and align with the Fish & Game Advisory Commission's purpose of promoting sustainable natural resource practices in Humboldt County.
The deadline for submission is Sept. 30, 2026. To request an RFP form, community members may email nkaytis4@gmail.com or contact the Clerk of the Board's office.
SOURCE OF FUNDING:
General Fund
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
*Projected amounts are estimates and are subject to change.
Funds awarded are code violation funds provided by the California Department of Fish & Wildlife. This grant program does not have a financial impact on the County of Humboldt's General Fund outside of staff time costs.
STAFFING IMPACT:
There is no staffing impact associated with this grant program outside of staff time.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
California Department of Fish & Wildlife
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
None
ATTACHMENTS:
None
PREVIOUS ACTION/REFERRAL:
Meeting of: N/A
File No.: N/A
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