To: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
From: Supervisor Haschak
Meeting Date: June 23, 2026
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John Haschak |
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707-463-4221 |
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Item Type: Consent Agenda |
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Time Allocated for Item: N/A |
Agenda Title:
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Approval of Transmission of a Letter of Support for a Proposed Federal Acquisition through the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) of an Approximately 14.7 Acre Parcel Along the Eel River to Enhance Public Access, Recreation, and Resource Management in Alignment with National Conservation Priorities (Hearst Area)
(Sponsor: Supervisor Haschak)
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Recommended Action/Motion:
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Approve transmission of a letter of support for a proposed federal acquisition through the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) of an approximately 14.7 acre parcel along the Eel River to enhance public access, recreation, and resource management in alignment with national conservation priorities (Hearst Area); and authorize Chair to sign same.
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Previous Board/Board Committee Actions:
None directly related to this request.
Summary of Request:
A letter of support is requested for a proposed federal acquisition of a 14.7-acre parcel along the Eel River in Mendocino County. The property provides a rare legal access point to the Eel River, a federally designated Wild and Scenic River, connecting Hearst-Willits Road to the river via a gently sloping gravel bar.
This location would serve as a critical put-in and take-out site for rafting, kayaking, fishing, and other outdoor recreation. The acquisition supports the goals of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Program, the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, and Secretarial Order 3342, which prioritizes projects that expand public access, enhance habitat connectivity, and support recreation in underserved areas.
The Board’s letter of support at this stage will bolster BLM’s funding request for this acquisition, through the LWCF program. If funds are awarded in Fiscal Year 2027 or 2028, BLM will return to consult with the Board and the public before proceeding, ensuring that the project continues to have local support.
Alternative Action/Motion:
Provide direction to staff.
Strategic Plan Priority Designation: A Safe and Healthy County
Supervisorial District: District 3
Vote Requirement: Majority
Supplemental Information Available Online At: N/A
Fiscal Details:
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current f/y cost: N/A |
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budget clarification: The BLM is seeking federal funding for this potential acquisition. |
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annual recurring cost: N/A |
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budgeted in current f/y (if no, please describe): N/A |
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revenue agreement: N/A |
AGREEMENT/RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE APPROVED BY COUNTY COUNSEL: N/A
CEO Liaison: Darcie Antle, CEO
CEO Review: Yes
CEO Comments:
FOR COB USE ONLY
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Executed By: Deputy Clerk |
Final Status: Item Status |
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Date: Date Executed |
Executed Item Type: item |
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