Proclamation
Honoring Mendocino Land Trust’s 50 Years of Public Service WHEREAS, Mendocino Land Trust has dedicated five decades to preserving the natural beauty and ecological integrity of Mendocino County; and WHEREAS, Mendocino Land Trust has opened five public preserves, including Hare Creek Beach, Seaside Beach, and the 10 Mile Estuary/Old Smith Ranch in Fort Bragg, ensuring residents and visitors alike can enjoy the spectacular coastline; and WHEREAS, through its unwavering commitment to conservation, Mendocino Land Trust has protected over 40,000 acres of land, safeguarding forests, rivers, and coastal habitats for future generations; and WHEREAS, the organization has built over 17 miles of public trails, with 15 additional miles underway, expanding opportunities for recreation and connection with nature; and WHEREAS, Mendocino Land Trust leads vital habitat restoration projects, including salmon recovery efforts in Jackson Demonstration State Forest and coastal restoration through the WCB Pollinator Grant, which supports the endangered Behren’s Silverspot butterfly; and WHEREAS, Mendocino Land Trust fosters community stewardship through Coastal Cleanup Volunteer Days at Hare Creek and Seaside Beach, and promotes healthy lifestyles and outdoor engagement through its Annual Noyo Headlands Run; and NOW THEREFORE, I, Jason Godeke, Mayor of the City of Fort Bragg, on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby recognize and celebrate the 50-Year Anniversary of Mendocino Land Trust and extends its sincere congratulations and gratitude for its dedicated public service to the community of Fort Bragg and its neighbors throughout Mendocino County.
SIGNED this 23rd day of March, 2026
ATTEST: JASON GODEKE, Mayor
Diana Paoli, City Clerk
No. 10-2026