Legislation Details

File #: 26-508    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Informational Report Status: Passed
File created: 5/17/2026 In control: Board of Supervisors
On agenda: 6/2/2026 Final action: 6/2/2026
Title: Resolution Authorizing a Determination of Public Convenience Related to the Issuance of a Type 20 Alcoholic Beverage License
Sponsors: Rex Bohn, Rex Bohn
Attachments: 1. Staff Report, 2. Type 20 ABC License Resolution, 3. William Joseph Etter ABC Application

To: Board of Supervisors

From: Supervisor Rex Bohn

Agenda Section: Consent

Vote Requirement: Majority

SUBJECT:
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Resolution Authorizing a Determination of Public Convenience Related to the Issuance of a Type 20 Alcoholic Beverage License
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
Recommendation
That the Board of Supervisors:
1. Adopt the attached resolution authorizing the Determination of Public Convenience related to the issuance of a Type 20 Alcoholic Beverage License to the Owner/Operator William Joseph Etter located at 44355 Mattole Rd., Honeydew, California 95545.

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STRATEGIC PLAN:
This action supports the following areas of your Board's Strategic Plan.

Area of Focus: A Diverse, Equitable & Robust Economy
Strategic Plan Category: 2002 - Promote a robust tourism economy

DISCUSSION:
William Joseph Etter at 44355 Mattole Rd., Honeydew, California has submitted an application to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) for a Type 20 Alcoholic Beverage License.

The Type 20 Alcoholic Beverage License is specifically designed for businesses that operate as a convenience store, grocery store or small market. This license permits the sale of beer and wine for consumption off-premises from where they are purchased.

William Joseph Etter received notification from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control requesting that they needed a resolution to make a determination of "public convenience" from the County of Humboldt's Board of Supervisors. Upon adoption of the resolution, they can proceed with the approval process.

Supervisor Bohn has communicated with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and recommends approval of the attached resolution.


SOURCE OF FUNDING:
None

FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There are no direct costs associated with the attached resolution authorizing the determination of public convenience related to the issuance of a Type 20 Alcoholic Beverage License. As a result, the recommended action will not impact the Humbold...

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