Agenda — Fortuna City Council, October 7, 2024 (part 2 of 3)

The structure of the mitigation Strategies, Measures, and Actions are as follows:
▪ Strategies: Strategies describe an overall approach for reducing GHG emissions within a given sector.
▪ Measures: Measures are long-range policies that the Humboldt region has established to ultimately reduce GHG emissions in line with the State. o Some Measures will be further defined as “urban” or “rural” where different goals and approaches were necessary given the characteristics of the communities targeted with the Measure. Generally, “urban” is used to define the more densely developed areas in the region with greater access to energy and transportation infrastructure while “rural” generally represents the dispersed communities in the region with limited access to energy and transportation infrastructure. See each sector Strategy summary for the definition applied in that Strategy.
▪ Actions: Actions are the discrete steps that the region will take to achieve the established Measures.

The Measures and Actions can be either quantitative or supportive, defined as follows:
▪ Quantitative: Quantitative Measures result in direct and measurable GHG emissions reductions when their Actions, backed by substantial evidence, are implemented. GHG emissions reductions from these Measures and Actions are justified by case studies, scientific articles, calculations, and other third-party substantial evidence that establish the effectiveness of the reduction Actions. Quantitative Measures can be summed to quantify how the region will meet its 2030 GHG emission reduction target and demonstrate progress towards the 2045 target. ▪ Supportive: Supportive Measures may also be quantifiable and have substantial evidence to support their overall contribution to GHG emission reductions. However, due to one of several factors – including a low GHG emission reduction benefit, indirect GHG emission reduction benefit, or potential for double-counting– they have not been quantified and do not contribute directly to achieving and making progress towards the region’s GHG emission reduction targets.

Despite not being quantified, supportive Measures are nevertheless critical to the overall success of the RCAP and provide support so that the quantitative Measures will be successfully implemented.

This report identifies both the quantitative and supportive Measures and provides a complete description of their contribution to achieving the Humboldt region’s 2030 GHG emission reduction target and making substantial progress towards region’s 2045 target. This report, however, only details the quantitative Actions that enable each Measure. The supportive Actions are excluded from this report because they do not quantitatively contribute to achieving and making progress towards the region’s GHG emission reduction targets. These supportive Actions are nevertheless critical to the overall success of each Measure. Detail on these supportive Actions can be found in the RCAP.

1.3 GHG Emissions Reductions
The primary focus of RCAP measures is to determine the actions needed to achieve the region’s 2030 GHG reductions target, while the RCAP is anticipated to be revised in future iterations to address 2045 targets for longer term planning. Table 1 summarizes the mitigation Measures and the Introduction
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 3 GHG emission reductions they would achieve in 2030, and estimated for 2045, upon the implementation of their Actions.

Table 1 Regional RCAP GHG Emission Reduction Summary by Measure Measure ID Measure Text 2030 GHG
Emission
Reduction
Potential
(MT CO2e)
2045 GHG
Emission
Reduction
Potential
(MT CO2e)
Strategy C: Cornerstone
Measure C-1 Establish a Regional Climate Committee comprised of elected officials from each jurisdiction, HTA, HCAOG,
HWMA, and RCEA.

Supportive/Critical Supportive/Critical
Strategy BE: Building Energy
Measure BE-1 By 2030, source 90% of grid-supplied electricity from renewable and carbon-free sources.
15,403 0
Measure BE-2 Increase the development of micro-grids and storage across the region to support RCEA’s RePower Humboldt
goals of enhancing grid capacity and facilitating the
electrification of buildings and transportation.

Supportive Supportive
Measure BE-3
Urban
Reduce existing residential building natural gas
consumption by 4% by 2030 and 74% by 2045.
2,603 55,866
Measure BE-3
Rural
Reduce existing residential fossil-fuel consumption in
households not connected to natural gas infrastructure
by 2% by 2030.

Supportive Supportive
Measure BE-8 Lobby Off-shore Wind developers and PG&E to build electrical infrastructure to supply Humboldt with energy produced by the off-shore wind project which will
increase supply and resilience.

Supportive Supportive
Strategy TR: Transportation
Measure TR-1
Urban
Implement programs, such as those identified in
HCAOG’s RTP, to increase the mode share of active
transportation in urbanized areas from 9% to 12% by
2030, thereby achieving a regional active transportation mode share of 8%.
1,147 2,594
Measure TR-1 Implement programs, such as those identified in 1,080 4,405 Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
4 Measure ID Measure Text 2030 GHG
Emission
Reduction
Potential
(MT CO2e)
2045 GHG
Emission
Reduction
Potential
(MT CO2e)
Rural HCAOG’s RTP, that increase access to safe active
transportation, to increase the mode share of active
transportation in rural areas from 5% to 6% by 2030
thereby achieving a regional active transportation mode share of 9%.

Measure TR-2
Urban
Expand the public transit network in support of HCAOG’s Regional Transportation Plan to increase public transit mode share from 2% to 20% public transit mode share in
urbanized areas to achieve a regional 13% public transit mode share by 2030.
18,055 26,482
Measure TR-2
Rural
Develop a robust public transit network in support of
HCAOG’s Regional Transportation Plan to increase public transit mode share from 1% to 10% in rural areas and
achieve a regional 13% public transit mode share by
2030.
20,180 29,703
Measure TR-3 Reduce regional VMT by increasing promotion of mixeduse development in infill priority areas in alignment with HCAOG’s baseline connectivity score included in the RTP.

Supportive Supportive
Measure TR-4 Develop and implement regional mobility hubs and ZEV car-share programs to support mode shift from single
occupancy vehicles.

Supportive Supportive
Measure TR-5 Require commercial and industrial employers with 25 employees or more to develop a Transportation Demand
Management plan.

Supportive Supportive
Measure TR-6 Decarbonize 15% of passenger vehicle miles traveled by 2030 and 100% by 2045 through increased adoption of
low and zero-emission vehicles and development of a
regional electric vehicle charging and hydrogen fueling network.
55,726 590,124
Measure TR-7 Increase commercial zero-emission vehicle use and adoption to 10% by 2030 and 100% by 2045 through a
regional charging network and development of hydrogen
hubs.
17,441 279,775
Measure TR-8 Electrify or otherwise decarbonize 12% of applicable SORE off-road equipment by 2030 and 100% by 2045 and
replace fossil diesel consumption with renewable diesel in 55% of applicable large diesel in alignment with EO N79-20 by 2030. 49,143 139,645
Measure TR-9 Establish Humboldt as a pilot program for the decarbonization of the transportation sector to help
drive state and philanthropic investment throughout
Humboldt.

Supportive Supportive
Introduction
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 5 Measure ID Measure Text 2030 GHG
Emission
Reduction
Potential
(MT CO2e)
2045 GHG
Emission
Reduction
Potential
(MT CO2e)
Measure TR-10 Work with the state and biofuel industry to establish a biofuel network within Humboldt thereby funding new
green industry and job growth to support the
decarbonization of the transportation sector.

Supportive Supportive
Measure TR-11 Lead by example and electrify or otherwise decarbonize 50% of the municipal fleet by 2030 in alignment with the state’s Advanced Clean Fleet Rule.

Supportive Supportive
Strategy SW: Solid Waste
Measure SW-1 Establish a local waste separation facility and organics management to be able to reduce waste sent to landfills by 75% by 2030. Reduce GHG emissions by limiting truck
trips required to ship waste out of the county and import compost from out of the county.
29,689 32,568
Strategy WW: Water and Wastewater
Measure WW1Expand regional opportunities for implementation of wastewater decarbonization technologies such as
anaerobic digesters to reduce GHG and produce
renewable fuel sources.

Supportive Supportive
Measure WW2Reduce per capita potable water consumption by 15% by 2030.

Supportive Supportive
Strategy CS: Carbon Sequestration
Measure CS-1 Research and implement feasible carbon sequestration technology opportunities to support growth and
expansion of green jobs industry within the region.

Supportive Supportive
Measure CS-2 Offset fossil-based emissions and increase carbon sequestration in the community by achieving SB 1383
procurement requirements (0.08 tons recovered organic
waste per person) by 2030.
1,532 1,681
Measure CS-3 Develop a County-wide Natural and Working Lands GHG Inventory baseline by 2027 to better understand the
existing and future GHG sequestration and help obtain
resources to protect and increase natural carbon
sequestration occurring in the region as well as promote biodiverse forests and wetlands resistant to wildfire.

Supportive Supportive
Total 219,446 1,228,128
Together, the Measures and Actions in in the RCAP provide the Humboldt region with the GHG emission reductions necessary to achieve the region’s 2030 GHG emission reduction target (see Section 1.1). Additionally, with full implementation of the RCAP Measures and Actions and assuming Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
6 complete alignment with State on-road and off-road decarbonization goals, the 2045 GHG emissions reductions quantified in this report demonstrate a potential 85 percent reduction from 1990 levels.

However, to meet Humboldts 2045 target of carbon neutrality the rate at which Measures and Actions are implemented would need to be increased, and additional Measure and Actions to increase carbon removal will need to be added. Future RCAP updates will monitor effectiveness of RCAP implementation, address addition of emerging technologies, increase the specificity of measures, review new state regulations, and include new Measures and Actions that Humboldt will implement to continue on the track toward carbon neutrality by 2045.

Table 2 Humboldt Region GHG Emissions Reductions Pathway GHG Emission Forecast or Reduction Target 2030 GHG Emissions (MT CO2e)
2045 GHG Emissions (MT
CO2e)
Business-as-usual Forecast 1,610,994 1,761,644
Adjusted Forecast 1,459,598 1,387,943
GHG Emissions Reductions (from full implementation of
Measures)
219,446 1,228,128
GHG Emissions Remaining (after Measure reductions) 1,240,151 159,815 GHG Emission Reduction Target 1,241,589 0
GHG Emissions Gap (between remaining GHG emissions
and target)
-1,438 159,815
Target anticipated to be met? Yes No
Notes: Numeric numbers donated in parathesis represent negative numbers.

Figure 1 shows the the region’s GHG emission reduction targets in relation to the Humboldt Regional GHG emissions after implementation of the Mitigation Measures and Actions included in the RCAP. A complete description of each Measure and the quantitative Actions is included in the remainder of the report.

Introduction
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 7 Figure 1 Humboldt Regional GHG Emissions Reductions Pathway 2045 Gap,
1990 Emissions
Adjusted Forecast
2030 Target
1,241,589MT
Target Pathway
Measures Pathway
0 500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
2022 2030 2035 2040 2045
GHG Emissions (MT CO2e)
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Regional Climate Action Plan
8 2 Strategy C: Cornerstone
The Humboldt Regional Cornerstone Strategy focuses on fostering collaboration between jurisdictions and key organizations to establish a regional approach to climate-related challenges through coordinated efforts. Given the rural nature of the region and its dispersed population, individual municipalities, even the larger incorporated cities, face significant constraints in their efforts to reduce GHG emissions due to limited resources (e.g. staffing and funding). These constraints can be overcome through a coordinated and collaborative approach to RCAP implementation. Through a collaborative approach the region can more effectively identify and build efficiencies, attract and share resources (e.g., funding, staff time), and undertake regional infrastructure initiatives needed to enhance capacity and interconnectivity in sectors such as solid waste and transportation, thereby reducing GHG emissions as outlined in the RCAP Measures. While this Strategy will not produce quantifiable GHG emission reductions, it is critical to successful implementation of the RCAP Measures where deep GHG reductions can only be achieved through regionally applied efforts. Based on this approach, the RCAP’s Cornerstone Strategy consists of the Measure presented in Table 3. The table also indicates the Measure is supportive.

Table 3 Strategy C: Cornerstone GHG Emissions Reduction Summary Measure ID Measure
2030 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
2045 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
C-1 Establish a Regional Climate Committee comprised of elected officials from each jurisdiction, HTA, HCAOG,
HWMA, and RCEA.

Supportive/Critical Supportive/Critical
Total 0 0
Notes:

Strategy C: Cornerstone
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 9 Measure C-1: Establish a Regional Climate Committee comprised of elected officials from each jurisdiction, HTA, HCAOG, HWMA, and RCEA.

Measure C-1 commits the region to establishing a Regional Climate Committee, facilitated by the County, to serve as a regional coalition. This committee is crucial to facilitate implementation of the Measures outlined in the RCAP. The measure emphasizes the six pillars used in each measure of the RCAP to provide proven structure for successful implementation and clearly illustrates the purposes. ▪ Structural Change: Develop and provide models, pilot programs, and template policies or ordinances that enable each jurisdiction in the region to implement uniform changes and facilitating local communities in making the necessary structural adjustments to reduce GHG emissions.
▪ Engagement: Develop and distribute promotional materials and programs across the region to inform the community, gain buy-in, and promote awareness of new and existing programs and opportunities.
▪ Equity: Leverage regional programs to engage and support frontline communities that may experience secondary impacts or not benefit directly from the measures' objectives. Ensure these communities can access regional resources or funding opportunities to mitigate identified impacts and benefit the entire community.
▪ Feasibility Studies: Utilize regional resources to conduct efficient studies that provide a clear understanding of the details, obstacles, and feasibility of proposed programs. This includes necessary analyses to identify the best path forward or the feasibility of implementing specific measures.
▪ Funding: Collaborate regionally to identify and pursue grants and financial backing. Ensure resources and efforts are directed towards securing funds that can be distributed across the region, such as grants or rebates to support measure implementation and adequate program staffing.
▪ Partnerships: Use the collaborative network of local jurisdictions, agencies, and communitybased organizations (CBOs) to attract additional internal and external support and expertise.

This includes engaging community organizations that are well-positioned to consistently and sustainably advance specific measures.

This committee would include representatives from municipalities across Humboldt County as well as representatives from regonal agencies such as the HTA, HCAOG, HWMA, and RCEA, and other partner organizations. The purpose of this coalition is to foster collaboration and coordination among the region to address climate-related challenges and implement effective climate action strategies. By bringing together key parties from various sectors and jurisdictions, Measure C-1 leverages collective expertise, resources, and efficiencies to tackle climate change at a regional level. The committee would support RCAP implementation through information sharing, coordination of RCAP efforts, development of joint initiatives to reduce GHG emissions, support and pursue funding, and promote sustainable development practices.

It is critical to have such collaboration and coalition-building to implement the RCAP in a rural and dispersed region that is highly constrained by limited resources. As this is the first RCAP for the region, establishing a collaborative approach is necessary to expand and improve upon shared infrastructure development, such as an interconnected energy and transportation system and regional waste management solutions, that is needed to successfully achieve GHG reductions in the RCAP on both a regional and individual municipality level. Measure implementation will be phased Humboldt Region
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10 and iterative, which will allow for the strategies to evolve based on ongoing monitoring of the region’s GHG emission levels and progress on measure implementation. Regular monitoring allows progress with implementation to be tracked and effectively inform changes in approach. If the region skews from the GHG reduction targets established in the RCAP, the approach will be updated to include additional and more specific measures to focus on sectors that require renewed emphasis. However, long term change first requires foundational regional efforts to address the region’s disconnected infrastructure and resource disadvantages.

Coalition building has been referenced by multiple local, state, national, and international organizations as being critical features in the fight against climate change. Evidence supporting the effectiveness of coalitions in climate action can be found in various successful initiatives globally. For instance, the World Resources Institute notes a significant rise in number of coalitions since the 2015 Paris Agreement and highlights over 90 intergovernmental climate initiatives, emphasizing the importance of cooperation across sectors to tackle emissions effectively.1 The necessity of coalitionbuilding is further endorsed by senior diplomats, who assert that environmental diplomacy and effective climate action require robust coalitions and convening interested parties (UNC Global, 2022).2 The United Nations Net Zero Coalition exemplifies this approach by bringing together nonstate entities such as cities, regional entities, businesses, and investors to accelerate implementation and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.3 Additionally, the World Economic Forum showcases numerous alliances and initiatives aimed at addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, reinforcing the critical role of partnerships in global climate action.4 EcoAmerica also underscores the need for coalition-building to enhance community engagement and implementation efficiency in climate action.5
At the state level, California has emphasized a coalition-based approach, recognizing it as a crucial strategy for achieving climate-related goals. The State’s 2022 Scoping Plan for Achieving Carbon Neutrality (2022 Scoping Plan) identifies a number of partnership strategies and opportunities for partnership development to aid in reducing GHG emissions including but not limited to developing partnerships across state and local governments, fostering regional collaboration, and establishing public-private partnerships.6 As detailed in the 2022 Scoping Plan, the State is investing one billion dollars into regional partnerships and economic diversification to support the creation of new jobs and/or economic transition to a carbon neutral economy. The Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF) was specifically created to support regional groups in developing comprehensive roadmaps for economic recovery and transition, with a focus on creating accessible, high-quality jobs in sustainable industries. Given the Humboldt region's economic downturn in recent decades due to 1 World Resources Institute. 2023. Launching a Climate Coalition? Learn from Existing Ones First. Available at:
https://www.wri.org/insights/climate-coalition-cooperation-strategies 2 The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. 2024. Climate change, environmental diplomacy require coalition-building, say senior diplomats. Available at: https://global.unc.edu/news-story/climate-change-environmental-diplomacy-require-coalition-building-saysenior-diplomats/ 3 United Nations. 2023. Net Zero #ItsPossible. Available at: https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/net-zero-coalition 4 World Economic Forum. 2022. Meet the 100 Coalitions accelerating climate action and sustainable development. Available at:
https://widgets.weforum.org/sdg-alliances-initiatives-coalitions/index.html 5 EcoAmerica. 2023. We need coalitions to stop climate change. Available at: https://ecoamerica.org/we-need-coalitions-to-stop-climatechange/ 6 California Air and Resources Board (CARB). 2022. 2022 Scoping Plan for Achieving Carbon Neutrality. Available at:
https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2023-04/2022-sp.pdf Strategy C: Cornerstone
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 11 the decline of industries like logging, and the emerging opportunities for green industry growth such as offshore wind, the region is well-positioned to apply for this type of funding. Through the 2022 Scoping Plan, the State also recognizes the importance of establishing partnerships with tribal leaders to incorporate their priorities, expertise, and knowledge to achieve climate goals. There are several tribes in the Humboldt region that have already engaged in climate action efforts on their own. It will be important for the region to continue to engage with these tribes to gain insight on implementation of measures and actions that may impact tribal cultural resources and/or may benefit from tribal input.

The California Climate Adaptation Strategy, a program mandated by AB 1482, also recognizes the importance of regional collaboration and has recently updated priority strategies to enhance the implementation methods and metrics for establishing effective collaboratives and the successful leveraging of resources.7 There are several grant funding opportunities available for regional climate adaptation resilience planning and scaling of regional climate solutions through the Integrated Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program (ICARP).
8 ICARP was formed by the Governor’s Office of
Planning and Research (OPR) as directed by SB 246 signed in 2015. The most recent round of funding through the Adaptation Planning Grant Program (APGP) prioritized funding communities with capacity and resource constraints such as those in rural communities. Although this round of grant funding for the APGP has closed, the focus on supporting regional-scale climate planning and implementation efforts underscores the emphasis state programs place on addressing climate change through regional coalitions and the added value of such coalitions for rural communities like Humboldt.

An example of a successful coalition within the State includes the San Mateo County Regionally Integrated Climate Action Planning Suite (RICAPS) programthat was developed to provide the tools and technical support for climate action planning and implementation to the 21 local jurisdictions in San Mateo County. The program was developed with the recognition that smaller incorporated cities in the region were limited in staff resources and funding to implement climate actions on their own and that a regional approach was necessary to reduce GHG emissions countywide and meet statewide GHG reduction goals. The RICAPS program is funded by grants from the regional air quality district (Bay Area Air Quality Management District) and PG&E.

Similar to San Mateo County, Humboldt’s RCAP seeks to address climate change on a regional level and recognizes that the individual jurisdictions face significant constraints to implementation of the RCAP due to staffing and funding availability. Establishing a Regional Climate Committee in Humboldt aligns with state-recommended methods for implementing climate-related initiatives and addresses the constraints faced by individual jurisdictions. By leveraging the region's collective resources, this coalition can increase efficiency, pool resources, and enhance access to funding opportunities for implementing the RCAP measures. Furthermore, a regional approach focuses on increasing the interconnectedness of infrastructure in the region, which is essential for achieving substantial reductions in GHG emissions.
7 CA.gov. 2024. California Climate Adaptation Strategy. Available at: https://www.climateresilience.ca.gov/ 8 https://opr.ca.gov/climate/icarp/grants/
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12 3 Strategy BE: Building Energy
The Humboldt region’s Building Energy Strategy focuses on two approaches developed specifically for the incorporated cities with natural gas infrastructure, termed as “urban” areas and for the unincorporated Humboldt County and smaller jurisdictions without natural gas infrastructure, that are best characterized as “rural”. In the larger incorporated cities, the RCAP strategy primarily consists of electrifying and weatherizing residential and nonresidential buildings to leverage the carbon-free and renewable electricity provided by Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA) and increase building energy efficiencies to reduce the load on the local grid. The strategy also focuses on supporting RCEA’s buildout of local residential solar installations and community-scale generation and storage of renewable energy.9 This strategy also aims to collaborate with the Rural Regional Energy Network (RuralREN) administered by RCEA to access funding and develop locallyappropriate programs to enhance energy efficiency in the community and reduce the energy burden in the region. RuralREN formation was approved by the California Public Utilities commission (CPUC) in June of 2023 to expand access of rural communities to energy efficiency services by investing $177 million to underserved rural regions across the state including the North Coast where Humboldt is located. The funding is intended to go towards helping customers with financing options for energy projects, workforce education and training, energy codes and standards training, as well as energy assessments, rebates, and incentives for cleaner energy efficient equipment.10 Electrifying the urban areas of the region’s building stock consists of transitioning natural gas appliances—the equipment that heats the water we use and heats and cools the spaces we live and work in—to electric alternatives. When coupled with renewable and zero-carbon electricity, allelectric buildings eliminate GHG emissions from natural gas consumption and transition to a zeroemission operational energy footprint. The incorporated jurisdictions will also work to increase the generation and storage of community-scale renewable energy via on-site solar and battery storage to furthersupport the additional electricity demand resulting from building electrification.

Due to the limitations of the energy infrastructure in rural regions, many rural households in Humboldt rely on alternative energy sources such as propane. In recognition of difference in regional characteristics, the RCAP Building Energy Strategy includes efforts to provide direct, decarbonized substitutions for currently used fuels in addition to electrification, weatherization, and on-site generation efforts. Based on these regionally specific approaches, the RCAP’s Building Energy Strategy consists of the following Measures presented in Table 4. The table also indicates which Measures are quantitative and which Measures are supportive. The following subsections detail the substantial evidence and calculation methodologies of the quantitative Measures and the role of the supportive Measures.
9 Community-scale renewable energy provides electricity for community or commercial consumption rather than for a single home as residential rooftop solar does.
10 https://kymkemp.com/2023/07/11/rcea-to-administer-new-energy-network-serving-rural-california/ Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 13 Table 4 Strategy BE: Building Energy GHG Emission Reduction Summary Measure ID Measure
2030 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
2045 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
Measure BE-1 By 2030, source 90% of grid-supplied electricity from renewable and carbon-free sources.
15,403 0
Measure BE-2 Increase the development of micro-grids and storage across the region to support RCEA’s
RePower Humboldt goals of enhancing grid
capacity and facilitating the electrification of
buildings and transportation.

Supportive Supportive
Measure BE-3
Urban
Reduce existing residential building natural gas
consumption by 4% by 2030 and 74% by 2045.
2,603 55,866
Measure BE-3
Rural
Reduce existing residential fossil-fuel consumption
in households not connected to natural gas
infrastructure by 2% by 2030.

Supportive Supportive
Measure BE-4
Reduce existing nonresidential building natural gas
consumption by 5% by 2030 and 79% by 2045.
3,821 42,887
Measure BE-5 Decarbonize 95% of new residential building construction by 2027.
2,252 13,907
Measure BE-6 Decarbonize 95% of new nonresidential building construction by 2027.
1,374 8,492
Measure BE-7 Decarbonize 30% municipal buildings and facilities by 2030
Supportive Supportive
Measure BE-8 Lobby Off-shore Wind developers and PG&E to build electrical infrastructure to supply Humboldt
with energy produced by the off-shore wind
project which will increase supply and resilience
Supportive Supportive
Total 25,453 121,152

1. Assumes emissions for electricity will be 0 due to SB 100 requirements that all retail electricity must be generated from renewable, carbon-free sources by 2045.

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14 Measure BE-1: By 2030, source 90% of grid-supplied electricity from renewable and carbon-free sources.

Measure BE-1 aims to increase the share of electricity-supplied to the region that is sourced from renewable and carbon-free sources such that 90 percent of all electricity consumed in the Humboldt region is carbon-free. As RCEA is on track to provide 100 percent renewable electricity to all customers by 2030, this Measure would significantly aid in decarbonizing the region’s building energy sector. The primary Actions that enable this Measure are:
▪ Action BE-1a, which supports RCEA in implementation of the RePower Humboldt plan which focuses on the continued procurement of renewable and carbon-free power and administration of decarbonization programs such as continued customer solar installations, electrification support, EV charging infrastructure buildout, and advanced biofuel infrastructure development; ▪ Action BE-1b, which directs the Regional Climate Committee to develop a policy or ordinance that will be adapted and adopted by each jurisdiction that requires new commercial and industrial developments to acquire electricity from renewable and carbon-free sources by either enrolling with RCEA or a comparable program;
▪ Action BE-1d, which involves the development of promotional materials and engagement with the community to inform the community of available incentives and benefits of enrolling in RCEA programs and discourage opting-out,
▪ Action BE-1e, which commits the region to increasing communication and technical assistance to low/moderate income households on the rebate and funding assistance programs available through the California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) and Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

Currently, electricity customers in the Humboldt region are automatically enrolled in RCEA’s REPower electricity option but may choose to 1) opt-up to the REPower+ option, 2) opt-out to receive electricity directly from PG&E, or 3) opt-out to procure electricity at wholesale directly from electricity generators (i.e., direct access). Automatic enrollment has shown to be an effective method of increasing the use of carbon-free and renewable electricity, with RCEA currently maintaining a 9 percent opt-out rate11. Based on electricity data provided by RCEA and region wide electricity use from CEC, RCEA currently supplies 77 percent of all electricity consumed in the region. A majority of the remaining 23 percent is provided by PG&E.

RCEA currently offers electricity options with a GHG emission rate lower than the standard electricity options offered in the region. In 2022, RCEA’s REPower electricity option sourced 50 percent of its supply from eligible renewable sources, while the REPower+ option supplied 100 percent from solar, wind, and eligible hydroelectric at a GHG emissions rate of zero.12 Though RCEA currently provides two renewable rate options, RCEA has established a strategy (RePower Humboldt Plan) and is currently on track to provide all customers with electricity that is sourced from 100 percent net-zero-carbon emission renewable sources by 2030.13 As such, by maintaining the current enrollment level and opt-outrates, approximately 77 percent of building electricity emissions in the region will be reduced to zero by 2030 as RCEA achieves its goal to procure electricity that is 100 11 Opt-out rates reported by RCEA via email on March 21, 2024. 12 California Energy Commission (CEC). 2022 Power Content Label: Redwood Coast Energy Authority. Accessed at:
https://www.energy.ca.gov/filebrowser/download/6060.
13 Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA). 2019. REPower Humboldt (2019 Update). Available at: https://redwoodenergy.org/wpcontent/uploads/2020/06/RePower-2019-Update-FINAL-.pdf Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 15 percent net-zero-carbon for both REPower and REPower+ customers. This means that to achieve Measure BE-1 goal, an additional 13 percent of electricity supplied to the region will need to be sourced from renewable and carbon-free sources. Through Action BE-1a the region will support RCEA in implementing the renewable energy and decarbonization programs, by providing the necessary assessments to plan and implement an effective energy strategy that addresses obstacles to implementation.

To further increase the percent of regional electricity that is supplied by RCEA or a comparable 100% renewable program, jurisdictions in Humboldt will leverage the Regional Climate Committee to develop education initiativesto advertise benefits and financial incentivesto increase enrollment in RCEA and minimize opt-out rates through Action BE-1d. RCEA and jurisdictions in Humboldt understand cost is often the deciding factor for residents and businesses when making choices about an energy provider.14 Currently, RCEA has capacity to enroll all Humboldt electricity consumers in their REPower and REPower+ energy packages, though higherprocurement costs pose the largest constraint for higher enrollment rates. For this reason, the region will focus educational efforts on, and support RCEA in implementing energy finance programs through Action BE-1f and pursuing funding to expand available financial assistance such as the CARE and LIHEAP programs to keep customers enrolled in RCEA’s power supply programs. As directed by Action BE-1e, expanding the CARE and LIHEAP programs will reduce financial limitations of low income residents in maintaining RCEA enrollment as well as increase access to the REPower+ option at no extra cost.

This plan will prevent customers enrolled in these programs from experiencing cost increases that may drive decisions to opt-out of RCEA. Moreover, studies have also shown informational programs can result in up to a 70 percent implementation rate of recommended practices by participants. 15 The jurisdictions will, therefore, include education on the benefits of clean energy for residents and businesses to encourage customers to remain in RCEA programs.

In 2022, RCEA provided 85 percent of residential electricity and 71 percent of non-residential electricity indicating that there is a lower enrollment rate of RCEA by non-residential customers. To increase the percent of non-residential customers receiving renewable and carbon-free electricity, Action BE-1b commits jurisdictions to require new commercial and industrial facilities to enroll with a 100 percent renewable energy and carbon free source such as RCEA16 or PG&E’s 100% Solar Choice or Green Saver program.
17 The unincorporated County of Humboldt implemented such a building code18 for cannabis industries developing in the region which was effective in increasing enrollment in 100 percent renewable energy electricity. This building code serves as an example of implementation that has been proven successful in the region. The template for such a policy or ordinance would be developed by the Regional Climate Committee through Action BE-1b to increase efficiencies during policy development, best utilize limited staff resources and time, and to create consistency across the jurisdictions. With actions focused on education and financial 14 Villasenor, Karen. The City of Rancho Mirage Launches Community Choice Aggregation Program with Low Opt-Out Rate (2018).

Accessed at: https://www.civicbusinessjournal.com/city-rancho-mirage-launches-community-choice-aggregation-program-low-opt-rate/. 15 Laquatra, Joseph et al. The Consumer Education Program for Residential Energy Efficiency (2009). Accessed at:
https://archives.joe.org/joe/2009december/a6.php.
16 Note that RCEA REPower and REPower+ enrollment options are both expected to provide 100 percent carbon free renewable energy by 2030.
17 PG&E offers a varied of rate plans that include 100% renewable and carbon-free rates that can be enrolled in. Available at:
https://www.pge.com/en/clean-energy.html
18 Humboldt County. Section B: Regulations That Apply In All or Several Zones, Part 1: Uses and Activities. Available at:
https://humboldt.county.codes/Code/313-55
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16 incentives in conjunction with building code requirements on non-residential land uses it is anticipated that the percent of regional supplied electricity that is sourced from renewable and carbon-free sources will increase to 90 percent by 2030.

Table 5 shows the parameters and data sources that support these clean energy GHG emission reductions and Table 6 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 1 through 1.1.

RCEA Clean Energy Equations
Equation 1 CO2e ReductionElec,y,i=Total Elecy,i*Supply Ratei*(EFelec,y,i-EFCF,y) Equation 1.1 Total Elecy,i=(Elecy,i+Total Elec Convertedy,i)*(1+LT&D) Table 5 RCEA Clean Energy Parameters and Data Sources
Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 1
CO2e
ReductionElec,y,i
Electricity GHG emission
reductions
See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
Total Elecy,i Total electricity
consumption
See calculation
table
kWh Calculated
Supply Ratei Target supply rate
community-wide
90% percentage Estimated to account for current
RCEA enrollment and increased
enrollment in RCEA or an alternative
Green Rate expected with education
and incentive programs via Action
BE-1e and required enrollment by
nonresidential sector via Action BE1b.

EFelec,y,i Forecasted electricity
emission factor
See calculation
table
MT
CO2e/kWh
See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
EFCF,y Electricity emission
factor of carbon-free
electricity

0.00 MT
CO2e/kWh
RCEA REPower Plan1
PG&E 100% Solar or Green Saver
Program2
y Year 2030 year –
i Subsector Residential or
Nonresidential
N/A –
Equation 1.1
Elecy,i Forecasted electricity
consumption
See calculation
table
kWh See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Elec Convertedy,i Total electricity usage
from conversions
See calculation
table
kWh Measures BE-3, BE-4, BE-5, and BE-6
LT&D Electricity transmission
and distribution loss
percentage

5.10% Percentage See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

1. Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA). REPower Humboldt (2019 Update). Available at: https://redwoodenergy.org/wpcontent/uploads/2020/06/RePower-2019-Update-FINAL-.pdf Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 17

2. Action BE-1b would require industries to enroll in carbon free electricity program. Beyond RCEA, PG&E a few options for 100% renewable and carbon-free rates that can be enrolled in. Available at: https://www.pge.com/en/clean-energy.html The aPG&E’s green saver
Table 6 RCEA Clean Energy GHG Emission Reduction Calculations Definition Definition Units Sector 2030 2045
Equation 1.1
Elecy,i Forecasted electricity
consumption
kWh Residential 400,921,013 452,724,827
Nonresidential 451,198,361 570,590,085
Elec Convertedy,i Total electricity usage
from conversions
kWh Residential 14,037,798 234,911,282
Nonresidential 12,889,430 160,324,644
Total Elecy,i Total electricity
consumption
kWh Residential 436,121,710 722,705,550
Nonresidential 487,756,269 768,191,380
Equation 1
EFelec,y,i Forecasted electricity
emission factor
MT
CO2e/kWh
Residential 0.0000183 0.00
Nonresidential 0.0000187 0.00
CO2e
ReductionElec,y,i
Electricity GHG emission
reductions
MT CO2e Residential 7,180 0
Nonresidential 8,224 0
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Regional Climate Action Plan
18 Measure BE-2: Increase the development of micro-grids and storage across the region to support RCEA’s RePower Humboldt goals of enhancing grid capacity and facilitating the electrification of buildings and transportation.

Measure BE-2 calls for the regional enhancement of energy grid capacity by developing micro-grids and energy storage systems, supporting RCEA’s goals established in the REPower Humboldt Plan.

Micro-grids, which can operate independently from the traditional grid, combined with energy storage, improve grid reliability and resilience by storing excess energy during low demand and supplying it during peak periods. While the GHG emission reductions from this measure are not quantified in this RCAP due to potential overlaps with other measures, these efforts play a crucial role in reducing the strain on the current grid and increase the available renewable energy to source locally. This supports the region’s transition to renewable electricity and the electrification of buildings and transportation, as outlined in Measures BE-3 through BE-7, as well as TR-6 through TR8.

With their flexibility and resilience, micro-grids serve as a viable method for addressing the capacity constraints that exist throughout the region.19 Micro-grids and energy storage enhance grid efficiency, reduce reliance on fossil fuel-based plants, and facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources. Micro grids provide for increased resilience against power outages, crucial for climate adaptation. Furthermore, by decentralizing energy production, micro-grids can expand access to renewable energy in rural and isolated areas, thereby promoting greater availability of low-carbon energy solutions.
19 Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA). 2024. Resilience, Energy Resilience and Emergency Response. Available at:
https://redwoodenergy.org/resilience/
Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 19 Measure BE-3 Urban: Reduce existing residential building natural gas consumption by 4% by 2030 and 74% by 2045.

Measure BE-3 puts the region’s urban areas (i.e. all incorporated cities with natural gas infrastructure) on a path to reduce residential natural gas consumption by approximately 4 percent by 2030 and 74 percent by 2045 to reduce GHG emissions. The primary Actions that enable this level of adoption include:
▪ Action BE-3a which calls for the development of an equitable decarbonization plan for urban residences connected to natural gas infrastructure that determine feasibility, cost, and equity concerns of retrofits as well as identifies projects and specific strategies to meet decarbonization targets;
▪ Action BE-2b which commits the Regional Climate Committee to petition PG&E on the region’s behalf to help identify priority areas for electric grid expansion to help increase regional grid capacity and islanding capabilities;
▪ Action BE-2d which coordinates a regional effort to pursue and obtain increased funding from sources such as CARB, the Investment Reduction Act, and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act; and
▪ Action BE-2e which commits incorporated jurisdictions to promote and provide information regarding currently available rebates for heat pumps, weatherization, smart appliances, etc. developed by the Regional Climate Committee with support provided by RCEA.

These actions will prepare urban areas with the engagement, resources, and funding assistance needed to reduce natural gas consumption through voluntary replacement. Currently available incentives will help continue the growth in electric space and water heaters seen in California over the past decade. According to Opinion Dynamics’ California Heat Pump Residential Market Characterization and Baseline Study (2022), electric space heaters have grown from a five percent market share in 2009 to a 20 percent market share in 2019. Likewise, electric water heaters have grown from a six percent market share in 2009 to a 12 percent market share in 2019.20 This trend is not only expected to continue through 2030 as electric appliances become more efficient and more cost-effective, but also be accelerated when coupled with sufficient funding for community members to replace their space and water heating appliances with electric or heat pump alternatives. While the total amount of funding available will change with sunset dates and budget cycles, the currently available federal (i.e., High Efficiency Electric Home Rebate [HEEHRA], Homeowner Managing Energy Savings [HOMES] Rebate, Inflation Reduction Act), state (i.e., TEHC Clean California), and local (i.e., RCEA’s Residential Equipment Rebate Catalog and Heat Pump Rebate Catalog) funding options make it so that low- and middle-income residents in the Humboldt region can install electric space and water heaters at no additional cost compared to gas space and water heaters. In some cases, such customers will even be able to install the heat pump water heaters for free.21 Though the region is currently limited in its electrification potential largely due to capacity restrictions from PG&E infrastructure, it is anticipated that the significant amount of funding available to Humboldt region residents and businesses combined with RCEA efforts to expand regional capacity (See Measure BE-2) will remove this hinderance to electrification and thereby help drive the voluntary market trend for electric space and water heating appliances 20 Opinion Dynamics. California Heat Pump Residential Market Characterization and Baseline Study (2022). Accessed at:
https://pda.energydataweb.com/#!/documents/2625/view.
21 Rincon Consultants, Inc. Installation Costs for Zero-NOx Space and Water Heating Appliances (2024).

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20 through 2030. Further, by developing a regional residential decarbonization plan that accounts for infrastructure and cost limitations and identifies strategies for partial electrification, more widespread adoption of residential decarbonization strategies can be anticipated.22 Table 7 shows the parameters and data sources that support these electrification programs and incentives for voluntary replacement, and Table 8 shows the GHG emissions reductions as outlined in Equation 2 through 2.4. Though the primary rebate programs specified prioritize heat pump replacements due to their superior efficiency, electric resistance equipment currently make up the majority of the electric technology market, likely due to their overall lower up-front cost. As the Actions employed by the Regional Climate Committee and urban areas would rely largely on voluntary replacement, the quantification of GHG reductions for this Measure assumes alignment with current market penetration of available electric technologies. Studies, such as those conducted by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) and the California Energy Commission (CEC), indicate that electrification and decarbonization practices are more common in urban areas due to better access to electrical infrastructure and greater policy and regulatory support.22,23As such, the GHG reductions associated with this Measure were conservatively applied only to the natural gas consumption in the incorporated cities of Humboldt, which account for approximately 60% of the region's total residential natural gas consumption. Given the substantial funding opportunities and increased awareness regarding the benefits of partial or full electrification available to all residences connected to the natural gas infrastructure in the region, it is anticipated that larger GHG reductions than those presented below are achievable.

Additionally, the emissions associated with natural gas consumption from PG&E are expected to decrease due to Senate Bill 1440, which mandates gas utilities, including PG&E, to replace pipeline - supplied natural gas with renewable natural gas (RNG). In 2022, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) set RNG supply requirements for California utilities, requiring them to increase the amount of RNG in the pipeline supplied to residential and commercial customers by 12% by 2030.24 RNG is derived from organic waste materials, such as landfill waste, sewer, and agricultural waste through processes like anaerobic digestion. Because organic waste naturally releases biogenic carbon dioxide during decomposition, conversion of organic waste into RNG means that any carbon dioxide released during combustion of RNG is considered part of the natural carbon cycle and does not contribute a net increase in carbon dioxide emissions to the atmosphere like combustion of fossil derived natural gas does. Production and consumption of RNG still releases non-biogenic GHG emissions, but to a lesser extent than extraction and consumption of fossil derived natural gas. 25 The information on SB 1440 provided here is for informational purposes only. The potential GHG emissions reductions associated with SB 1440's RNG procurement requirements are not quantified in this RCAP as it is unclear how extensively SB 1440 might affect emissions linked to natural gas sourced from pipelines.
22 American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). (2022). Building Electrification: Programs and Best Practices. Available at:
https://www.aceee.org/sites/default/files/pdfs/b2201.pdf 23 California Energy Commission (CEC). 2021. California Building Decarbonization Assessment – Final Commission Report. Available at:
file:///C:/Users/elinard/Downloads/TN239311_20210813T140633_California%20Building%20Decarbonization%20Assessment%20 - %20Final%20Commission%20Report.pd.pdf
24 Pacific Gas and Electric Company's (PG&E). (2022) Draft Renewable Gas Procurement Plan in Compliance with Commission Decision 22-02-02. Available at: https://docs.cpuc.ca.gov/PublishedDocs/Efile/G000/M500/K435/500435651.PDF 25 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. (2021). An Overview of Renewable Natural Gas from Biogas. Available at:
https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2021-02/documents/lmop_rng_document.pdf Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 21 Existing Building Technical Assistance and Incentive Program Equations Equation 2 CO2e ReductionNG,y,i=Σ((Fuel Avoidedj,y,i*EFNG)+(Fuel Avoidedj,y,i*(LPipeline+LEnd-use)*EFNGL))- (Elec Convertedy,i*EFelec,y,i*(1+LT&D))
Equation 2.1 Elec Converty,i = Σ (FuelAvoidedj,y,i*CFelec/Effelec,j) Equation 2.2 Fuel Avoidedj,y,i=Fuely,i*Propurban*(EOLNG,j,y,i*Fuel Sharej,i*MSelec,j,y) Equation 2.3 EOLNG,j,y,i=1/LSPj,i*(y-imp.yi)
Equation 2.4 Effelec,j = Σ Effelec,j,k * Propelec,j,k
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Regional Climate Action Plan
22 Table 7 Existing Building Voluntary Replacement Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 2
CO2e ReductionNG,y,i Natural gas GHG emission reductions See calculation table MT CO2e Calculated Fuel Avoidedj,y,i Natural gas consumption avoided See calculation table therms Calculated EFNG Natural gas emission factor 0.005311 MT CO2e/therm See references in Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets Technical Report
EFNGL Natural gas leakage emission factor 0.047381 MT CO2e/therm See references in Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets Technical Report
Elec Convertedy,i Electricity usage from conversion See calculation table kWh Calculated EFelec,y,i Forecasted electricity emission factor See calculation table MT CO2e/kWh Forecast Lpipeline Natural gas pipeline leakage percentage 2.3% percentage See references in Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets Technical Report
LEnd-use Natural gas end-use leakage percentage 0.5% percentage See Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets Technical Report
LT&D Electricity transmission and distribution loss
percentage

5.10% percentage See references in Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets Technical Report
y Year 2030 or 2045 year —
i Subsector Residential or
Nonresidential
— —
j Electric equipment type HVAC or water heater — —
Equation 2.1
CFelec Electricity to therms conversion factor 29.3 kWh/therm Metric Conversions1 Effelec,j Efficiency factor of electric equipment relative to natural gas equipment
See calculation table unitless Calculated
Equation 2.2
Propurban Estimated proportion of natural gas
attributable to incorporated cities
See calculation table percentage See references in Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets Technical Report
Fuely,i Forecasted natural gas consumption after
new building electrification
See calculation table therms See references in Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets Technical Report
EOLNG,j,y,i Percent of equipment reaching end of life See calculation table percentage Calculated Strategy BE: Building Energy
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Fuel Sharej,i Percent of sector natural gas consumption — — — Fuel Sharewh,Res Percent of residential natural gas
consumption from water heaters
38% percentage Synapse2
Fuel Sharewh,Nonres Percent of nonresidential natural gas consumption from water heaters
28% percentage Synapse2
Fuel ShareHVAC,Res Percent of residential natural gas
consumption from HVAC units
39% percentage Synapse2
Fuel
ShareHVAC,Nonres
Percent of nonresidential natural gas
consumption from HVAC units
42% percentage Synapse2
MSelec,j,y Market share of electric equipment — — —
MSelec,wh, 2030 Market share of electric water heaters 12% percentage Opinion Dynamics3 MSelec,HVAC,2030 Market share of electric space heating units 22% percentage Opinion Dynamics4 MSelec,wh, 2045 Market share of electric water heaters 100% percentage Assuming 100% electric market share by 2045 MSelec,HVAC,2045 Market share of electric space heating units 100% percentage Assuming 100% electric market share by 2045 Equation 2.3
LSPi,wh Average water heater lifespan in sector — — —
LSPresidential,wh Average residential water heater lifespan 13 years EIA5 LSPnonresidential,wh Average nonresidential water heater lifespan 10 years EIA5 LSPi,HVAC Average HVAC unit lifespan in sector — — —
LSPresidential,HVAC Average residential HVAC unit lifespan 21.5 years EIA5 LSPnonresidential,HVAC Average nonresidential HVAC unit lifespan 23 years EIA5 imp.yi Ordinance implementation year — — —
imp.yresidential Ordinance implementation year for
residential buildings
2025 year RCAP adoption
imp.ynonresidential Ordinance implementation year for
nonresidential buildings
2025 year RCAP adoption
Equation 2.4
Effelec,HVAC Efficiency factor of HVAC systems relative to natural gas equipment
See calculation table unitless —
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24 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Effelec,HVAC,HP Efficiency factor of heat pumps 3 unitless Leonardo Energy6 and European Copper Institute8
Effelec,HVAC,ER Efficiency factor of electric resistance 1 unitless Energy.gov7 and Schnackle Engineering9 Effelec,wh,ER Efficiency factor of water heaters relative to natural gas
1 unitless Conservative estimate of 1:1 efficiency of gas and electric water heaters10,11
Propelec,HVAC,k Proportion of electric equipment types
making up the electric HVAC market
— — —
Propelec,HVAC,HP proportion of heat pump technology for HVAC systems
18% percentage Calculated based on the combined market
share of heat pumps and electric resistance
heaters for space heating4
Propelec,HVAC,ER proportion of electric resistance technology for HVAC systems
82% percentage Calculated based on the combined market
share of heat pumps and electric resistance
heaters for space heating4
Propelec,wh,ER Electric HVAC technology proportion of
electric resistance space heaters
100% percentage As high efficiency technology (i.e. solar and heat pumps) is 1% of the market, assume all
water heaters are electric resistance as a
conservative estimation3
k types of options for a given electric
equipment system
e.g. heat pumps, electric
resistance
— —
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

1. Metric Conversions. Therms (US) to Kilowatt-hours. Available at: https://www.metric-conversions.org/energy-and-power/therms-us-to-kilowatt-hours.htm

2. Synapse Energy Economics, Inc. 2018. Decarbonization of Heating Energy Use in California Buildings, Figure 2. Available at: https://www.synapseenergy.com/sites/default/files/Decarbonization-Heating-CA-Buildings-17-092-1.pdf

3. Opinion Dynamics. 2022. California Heat Pump Residential Market Characterization and Baseline Study, Figure 34. Available at: https://pda.energydataweb.com/api/view/2625/OD-CPUC-HeatPump-Market-Study-Report_Final.pdf

4. Opinion Dynamics. 2022. California Heat Pump Residential Market Characterization and Baseline Study, Figure 21. Available at: https://pda.energydataweb.com/api/view/2625/OD-CPUC-HeatPump-Market-Study-Report_Final.pdf

5. U.A. Energy Information Administration (eia). 2023. Updated Buildings Sector Appliance and Equipment Costs and Efficiencies. Available at:
https://www.eia.gov/analysis/studies/buildings/equipcosts/pdf/full.pdf

6. Leonardo Energy - Knowledge Base. 2023. How efficient is a heat pump?. Available at: https://help.leonardo-energy.org/hc/en-us/articles/203047881-How-efficient-is-a-heat-pump

7. Energy.gov. Electric Resistance Heating. Available at: https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/electric-resistanceheating#:~:text=Electric%20resistance%20heating%20is%20100,the%20fuel's%20energy%20into%20electricity .

8. European Copper Institute. 2018. Heat Pumps: Integrating technologies to decarbonize heating and cooling. Accessed at: https://www.ehpa.org/wpcontent/uploads/2022/10/White_Paper_Heat_pumps-1.pdf

9. Schnackel Engineers. 2023. Electric Heating vs Gas Heating. Available at: https://schnackel.com/blogs/electric-heating-vs-gasheating#:~:text=One%20of%20the%20significant%20advantages,losses%20during%20the%20combustion%20process.

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10.Southface Energy Institute. Water Heater Efficiency, Efficiency of Fuel Types and Alternatives for Heating Water. Available at:
https://www.ncelec.org/sites/ncelec/files/documents/waterheater_efficiency_041614.pdf

11.Pennsylvania State University. 2023. Energy Efficiency of Water Heaters. Available at: https://www.e-education.psu.edu/egee102/node/2009 Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
26 Table 8 Existing Residential Voluntary Replacement GHG Emission Reduction Calculations
Definition Definition Units Sector 2030 2045
Equation 2.4
Effelec,wh Efficiency factor of water heaters
relative to natural gas
unitless Residential 1.00 1.00
Effelec,HVAC Efficiency factor of HVAC systems
relative to natural gas equipment
unitless Residential 1.36 1.36
Equation 2.3
EOLNG,y,i,wh Percent of water heaters reaching
end-of-life since ordinance
implementation
percentage Residential 38.46% 100.00%
EOLNG,y,i,HVAC Percent of HVAC units reaching
end-of-life since ordinance
implementation
percentage Residential 23.26% 93.02%
imp.yi Ordinance implementation year year Residential 2025 2025 Equation 2.2
Propurban Estimated proportion of natural
gas attributable to incorporated
cities
percentage Residential 56.57% 56.57%
Fuely,i Forecasted natural gas
consumption after new building
electrification
therms Residential 11,278,225 11,330,156
Fuel
Avoidedwh,y,i
Natural gas consumption avoided
(water heaters)
therms Residential 197,803 4,305,459
Fuel
AvoidedHVAC,y,i
Natural gas consumption avoided
(HVAC)
therms Residential 225,040 4,110,475
Equation 2.1
Elec
Convertedwh,i
Electricity usage from conversion
of water heater systems
kWh Residential 5,795,620 126,149,95
3 Elec
ConvertedHVAC,i
Electricity usage from conversion
of HVAC systems
kWh Residential 4,835,358 88,320,408
Equation 2
EFelec,y,i Forecasted electricity emission
factor
MT
CO2e/kWh
Residential 0.0000183 0.0000000
CO2e
ReductionNG,y,i
Natural gas GHG emission
reductions
MT CO2e Residential 2,603 55,866
Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 27 Measure BE-3 Rural: Reduce existing residential fossil-fuel consumption in households not connected to natural gas infrastructure by 2% by 2030.

Much of rural Humboldt lies at the edge of PG&E’s natural gas infrastructure, and experience reduced electric grid capacity compared to other areas in the county. These households typically rely on other fossil fuels such as, propane or diesel, in place of natural gas. Measure BE-3 Rural aims to reduce fossil fuel usage in residential households not connected to PG&E natural gas infrastructure by 2% by 2030. While this measure's GHG emission reductions are not quantified in the RCAP due to the complexity of accurate measurement and data limitations with regards to rural building decarbonization initiatives, it contributes to the community's broader goals of reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to cleaner energy sources.

Reducing fossil-fuel use in rural areas not only helps decrease GHG emissions but also encourages the adoption of alternative energy sources such as electricity or renewable fuels. This transition supports the overall electrification efforts and aligns with other measures aimed at decarbonizing the regional energy supply. Additionally, like Measure BE-3 Urban, this measure aims to provide rural areas with weatherization assistance that will help reduce consumption rates and provide community benefits such as decreased utility cost. By focusing on these rural households, Measure BE-3 Rural seeks to make the benefits of a low-carbon transition accessible to all segments of the community.

Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
28 Measure BE-4: Reduce existing nonresidential building natural gas consumption by 5% by 2030 and 79% by 2045.

Measure BE-4 puts the Humboldt region on a path to reduce commercial and mixed-use natural gas consumption by 5 percent by 2030 and 79 percent by 2045 to reduce GHG emissions. The primary Actions that enable this level of adoption include:
▪ Action BE-4a which calls for the inclusion of feasibility assessment, cost analysis and strategy developmentfor decarbonization of nonresidential buildings as part of the decarbonization plan led by the Regional Climate Committee as part of Measure BE-3; ▪ Action BE-4c which establishes streamlined permitting for energy efficiency technology, onsite renewable energy, and battery storage projects in support of RCEA RePower Humboldt goals to offset increased electrical needs associated with electrifying buildings; ▪ Action BE-4d which commits jurisdictions to adopt a decarbonization policy for existing commercial buildings by 2027 that establishes a regulatory mechanism, such as permitting processes, that limits expansion of natural gas infrastructure and incentivizes the decarbonization of appliances upon replacement;
▪ Action BE-4e which directs the Regional Climate Committee to develop and administer an outreach program that promotes building decarbonization, involves targeted outreach to businesses and local contractors, and provides information on funding availability specifically to commercial, industrial, and multifamily building owners for decarbonization efforts.

Similar to Measure BE-3 Urban, these actions will prepare jurisdictions county-wide to facilitate voluntary replacement of equipment in the commercial, mixed use, and multifamily buildings, as well as mandatory replacements for large scale renovations. Action BE-4d involves adoption of a decarbonization policy to guide decision-making and administrative actions such as permitting processes. Similarly, Action BE-4c facilitates permitting processes to make decarbonization easier.

This Measure is designed to leverage the Regional Climate Committee to lead the development of a decarbonization strategy, prepare and administer an educational program, and support the jurisdictions with policy and ordinance drafting to conserve staff resources. GHG reduction associated with this measure were calculated based on market trends and the assumption that conditions in more urbanized areas are more favorable for decarbonization of nonresidential buildings. As such, the GHG reductions associated with this Measure were conservatively applied only to the natural gas consumption by nonresidential buildings in the incorporated cities of Humboldt, which account for approximately 75% of the region's total nonresidential natural gas consumption. Based on market trends of electric water and space heater technology, voluntary replacement is anticipated to account for 3-4 percent of the region’s 5 percent target.26 GHG Emissions from voluntary replacement of building equipment was quantified using the same methodology as Equations 2 through 2.4. The full set of parameters and data sources that support these electrification programs and incentives for voluntary replacement are identified in Table 7.

Table 9 shows the GHG emissions reductions as outlined in Equation 2 through 2.4. 26 For more information and substantial evidence regarding electric equipment market trends, see Measure BE-3 Urban: Reduce existing residential building natural gas consumption connected to PG&E natural gas infrastructure by 3.8% by 2030 and 74% by 2045.

Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 29 Table 9 Existing Commercial Voluntary Replacement GHG Emission Reduction Calculations
Definition Definition Units Sector 2030 2045
Equation 2.4
Effelec,wh Efficiency factor of water heaters
relative to natural gas
unitless Nonresidential 1.00 1.00
Effelec,HVAC Efficiency factor of HVAC systems
relative to natural gas equipment
unitless Nonresidential 1.36 1.36
Equation 2.3
EOLNG,y,i,wh Percent of water heaters reaching
end-of-life since ordinance
implementation
percentage Nonresidential 50.00% 100.00%
EOLNG,y,i,HVAC Percent of HVAC units reaching
end-of-life since ordinance
implementation
percentage Nonresidential 21.74% 86.96%
imp.yi Ordinance implementation year year Nonresidential 2025 2025 Equation 2.2
Propurban Estimated proportion of natural
gas attributable to incorporated
cities
percentage Nonresidential 76.22% 76.22%
Fuely,i Forecasted natural gas
consumption after new building
electrification
therms Nonresidential 8,649,265 8,691,986
Fuel
Avoidedwh,y,i
Natural gas consumption avoided
(water heaters)
therms Nonresidential 145,308 2,433,756
Fuel
AvoidedHVAC,y,i
Natural gas consumption avoided
(HVAC)
therms Nonresidential 173,737 3,174,465
Equation 2.1
Elec
Convertedwh,i
Electricity usage from conversion
of water heater systems
kWh Nonresidential 4,257,514 71,309,056
Elec
ConvertedHVAC,i
Electricity usage from conversion
of HVAC systems
kWh Nonresidential 3,733,038 68,208,662
Equation 2
EFelec,y,i Forecasted electricity emission
factor
MT
CO2e/kWh
Nonresidential 0.0000187 0.0000000
CO2e
ReductionNG,y,i
Natural gas GHG emission
reductions
MT CO2e Nonresidential 1,961 37,228
Under Action BE-4d, the remaining 2-3 percent of natural gas is anticipated to be achieved by including major renovations in the new commercial building ordinance (see Measure BE-6). Major renovations will be defined by this ordinance as renovation projects that affect over 50 percent of the building, add an additional 50 percent of gross floor space to the building, or value more than 50 percent of the assessed value of the property at time of application submittal. These three definitions will be utilized to capture more projects under the ordinance established as part of Measure BE-6.

In the United States, the commercial building renovation market made up about 22 percent of the total commercial building market in 2022. It is anticipated that the commercial renovation market Humboldt Region
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30 will continue to grow and make up a larger portion of the commercial building market due to the aging building stock and need for upgrades.27 A study by the Lawrence Berkely National Laboratory found that of the renovation and retrofit projects occurring in commercial buildings, approximately 18 percent and 20 percent of the projects included water heater and HVAC system replacements, respectively.28 This equates to an estimated replacement of water heaters and HVAC units at a 4.0 percent and 4.5 percent annual rate, respectively, due to renovation or retrofit.

Since Humboldt is largely a bedroom community where even urban centers are considered to be small rural communities, this Measure assumes the region’s nonresidential building stock has a similar history to the residential housing stock. As much of the region can be considered as bedroom communitiesserving surrounding commercial centers, most of the existing nonresidential buildings in the region were developed to support the residents of Humboldt. Thus, it is anticipated that the development and age of nonresidential buildings would have followed the same path as residential development, so residential housing stock data can be utilized for this Measure. As shown in Table 10, over 60 percent of Humboldt’s regional housing stock was built prior to the 1980s. This means the majority of commercial buildings in the community are older than 45 years old, having reached or soon reaching the point of needing major renovations since the average lifespan of a commercial building is 50 to 60 years.29 This quantification thus conservatively assumes 1 percent of commercial buildings will need major renovations each year through 2045 so that a conservative 3 percent receive major renovations cumulatively by 2030 and 18 percent by 2045.

Table 10 Humboldt’s Regional Housing Stock Age
Year Built Age (years) Total Houses Share of Houses
Built 2020 or later 4 or younger 148 0.20%
Built 2010 to 2019 5 to 14 2,757 4.40%
Built 2000 to 2009 15 to 24 5,045 8.10%
Built 1990 to 1999 25 to 34 8,041 12.90%
Built 1980 to 1989 35 to 44 8,391 13.50%
Built 1970 to 1979 45 to 54 9,098 14.60%
Built 1960 to 1969 55 to 64 6,746 10.80%
Built 1950 to 1959 65 to 74 8,764 14.10%
Built 1940 to 1949 75 to 84 4,349 7.00%
Built 1939 or earlier 85 or older 8,967 14.40%
Total 62,306 100%

1. US Census:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSDP5Y2022.DP04?g=050XX00US06023_040XX00US06&tid =ACSDP5Y2022.DP04
27 IBISWorld. 2023. Commercial Property Remodeling Industry in the US – market Research Report. Available at:
https://www.ibisworld.com/united-states/market-research-reports/commercial-property-remodelingindustry/#IndustryStatisticsAndTrends 28 Cindy Regnier P.E., Paulk Mathew Ph.D., Alastair Robinson, Jordan Shackelford, Travis, Walter Ph.D. 2020. System Retrofit Tre nds in Commercial Buildings: Opening Up Opportunities for Deeper Savings. Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Available at:
https://buildings.lbl.gov/sites/default/files/Regnier%20-%20Systems%20Retrofit%20Trends.docx__1.pdf 29 BCI Construction. Which Factors Determine the Lifespan of a Building? (2021). Accessed at: https://bciconstruction.us/which -factorsdetermine-the-lifespan-of-a-building/.

Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 31 The annual major renovation percentage (i.e., 1 percent) is applied to a decreasing existing building stock (i.e., buildings receiving major renovations the previous year are removed from the existing building stock) to employ diminishing returns in the quantification. Due to the available incentives, ordinance requirements, and the age of existing appliances, the quantification assumes all major renovations will replace existing natural gas appliances with electric alternatives, eliminating the natural gas usage of the renovated building.

As a component of the new commercial building ordinance, Action BE-6a helps local jurisdictions enforce the ordinance through a permit compliance program. Although permits are required for many energy efficiency improvements (e.g., water heaters, insulation, HVAC systems, duct replacement) many jurisdictions face permit evasion issues, with permitted HVAC systems only accounting for eight to about 30 percent of total HVAC system installations. 30, 31 According to a
report by the NRDC, only 25 percent of commercial HVAC replacements are properly installed and inspected, highlighting the widespread issue of non-compliance and poor installation practices that undermine energy efficiency and increase operational costs.32 This trend in permit evasion means jurisdictions face issues determining compliance with building ordinances and codes. Strategies that have proven effective at improving permit compliance in various states and local jurisdictions include streamlining the compliance process and providing advanced training for enforcement staff—actions each jurisdiction’s permit compliance program will implement to enforce the major renovation electrification ordinance.33 Considering challenges in maintaining 100 percent compliance, the quantification conservatively assumes a portion of major renovations (i.e., 12 percent) will not conform with the ordinance each year to electrify. Jurisdictions will monitor permit numbers to estimate compliance rates and adjust the permit compliance program strategies as needed to achieve a high compliance rate with the ordinance.

This Action will result in a 2.6 percent reduction in existing nonresidential natural gas usage by 2030 and 14.7 percent by 2045. Table 11 shows the parameters and data sources that support this Action’s GHG emission reductions and Table 12 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 4 through 4.2.

Electric-Preferred Nonresidential Major Renovation Equations Equation 4 CO2e ReductionNG,y,i=(Fuel AvoidedNG,y,i*EFNG)+( Fuel AvoidedNG,y,i*LNGL*EFNGL)-(Elec Convertedy,i*EFelec,y,i*(1+LT&D))
Equation 4.1 Fuel AvoidedNG,y,i=FuelNG,y,i*(1-MRi*(1-NCRi))(y-imp.y) Equation 4.2 Elecconvert,y,i = Fuel AvoidedNG,y,i*CFelec/Effelec 30 Alvarez, Emily and Mast, Bruce. BayREN Codes & Standards Program. Local Government Policy Calculator for Existing Single -Family Buildings – User Guide (2021). Accessed at: https://www.bayrencodes.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/BayREN-Policy-Calculator-UserGuide_10.29.2021.pdf. 31 California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). Final Report: 2014-16 HVAC Permit and Code Compliance Market Assessment (Work Order 6) Volume I – Report (2017). Accessed at:
http://www.calmac.org/publications/HVAC_WO6_FINAL_REPORT_VolumeI_22Sept2017.pdf. 32 Kiki Velez, Merrian Morgeson. 2023. Poor-Quality HVAC Installs are Costing Us – A solution is within reach. NRDC. Available at:
https://www.nrdc.org/bio/kiki-velez/poor-quality-hvac-installs-are-costing-us-solution-within-reach 33 Meres, Ryan et al. American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). Successful Strategies for Improving Compliance with Building Energy Codes (2012). Accessed at: https://www.aceee.org/files/proceedings/2012/data/papers/0193 -000112.pdf.

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32 Table 11 Electric-Preferred Nonresidential Major Renovation Parameters and Data Sources
Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 4
CO2e ReductionNG Natural gas GHG
emission reductions
See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
Fuel AvoidedNG Natural gas consumption
avoided
See calculation
table
therms Calculated
EFNG Natural gas emission
factor

0.005311 MT CO2e/therm See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
LNGL Natural gas leakage
factor

2.3% percentage See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
EFNGL Natural gas leakage
emission factor

0.04738 MT CO2e/therm See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
Elec Converted Electricity usage from
conversion
See calculation
table
kWh Calculated
EFelec Forecasted electricity
emission factor
See calculation
table
MT CO2e/kWh See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
y Year 2030 or 2045 year –
i Subsector Nonresidential N/A –
Equation 4.1
FuelNG Forecasted natural gas
consumption after new
building electrification
ordinance (Measure
BE-1)
See calculation
table
therms See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
MRi Annual percentage of
nonresidential buildings
receiving major
renovations
1% percentage Estimated based on age of
Humboldt’s regional
building stock (Table 10)
and average lifespan of
commercial buildings. 1
NCR Ordinance
noncompliance rate
12% percentage Estimate based on permit
evasion rates and strategies
to increase building code
compliance.2, 3, 4
imp.y Ordinance
implementation year
See calculation
table
year Measure BE-6
Equation 4.2
CFelec Electricity to therms
conversion factor

29.3 kWh/therm Metric Conversions5
Effelec Efficiency factor of
electric equipment
3 unitless Assume ordinance and/or
efficiency standards will
Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 33 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
relative to natural gas
equipment
promote the majority of
renovations to implement
highly efficient electric
equipment such as heat
pumps3

1. BCI Construction. 2021. Which Factors Determine the Lifespan of a Building?. Available at: MIT Architecture. Architectural Longevity: What Determines a Building’s Lifespan? (2023). Accessed at: https://architecture.mit.edu/news/architectural-longevitywhat-determines-buildingslifespan#:~:text=Courtesy%20of%20the%20artists.&text=The%20average%20lifespan%20of%20a,years%2C%20from%20constructi on%20to%20demolition.

2. Alvarez, Emily and Mast, Bruce. BayREN Codes & Standards Program. Local Government Policy Calculator for Existing Single -Family Buildings – User Guide (2021). Accessed at: https://www.bayrencodes.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/BayREN-Policy-CalculatorUser-Guide_10.29.2021.pdf.

3. California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). Final Report: 2014-16 HVAC Permit and Code Compliance Market Assessment (Work Order 6) Volume I – Report (2017). Accessed at:
http://www.calmac.org/publications/HVAC_WO6_FINAL_REPORT_VolumeI_22Sept2017.pdf.

4. Meres, Ryan et al. American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). Successful Strategies for Improving Compliance with Building Energy Codes (2012). Accessed at: https://www.aceee.org/files/proceedings/2012/data/papers/0193-000112.pdf.

5. Metric Conversions. Therms (US) to Kilowatt-hours. Available at: https://www.metric-conversions.org/energy-and-power/thermsus-to-kilowatt-hours.htm

6. Leonardo Energy - Knowledge Base. 2023. How efficient is a heat pump?. Available at: https://help.leonardo-energy.org/hc/enus/articles/203047881-How-efficient-is-a-heat-pump Table 12 Electric-Preferred Nonresidential Major Renovation GHG Emission Reduction Calculations
Variable Definition Units Sector 2030 2045
Equation 6.1
FuelNG Forecasted natural gas
consumption after new building
electrification ordinance (Measure
BE-1)
therms Nonresidential 11,028,690 5,795,564
imp.y Ordinance implementation year year Nonresidential 2027 2027 Fuel AvoidedNG Natural gas consumption avoided therms Nonresidential 288,603 852,469 Equation 6.2
Elec Converted Electricity usage from conversion kWh Nonresidential 2,818,687 8,325,777 Equation 6
EFelec Forecasted electricity emission
factor
MT CO2e/kWh Nonresidential 0.0000187 0.0000000
CO2e
ReductionNG
Natural gas GHG emission
reductions
MT CO2e Nonresidential 1,860 5,659
Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
34 Measure BE-5: Decarbonize 95% of new residential building construction by 2027.

Measure BE-5 commits the Humboldt region to decarbonize new residential building construction in the community. The primary Action that enables this Measure is:
▪ Action BE-5a which directs each jurisdiction to adopt an energy design rating, reach code, energy performance ordinance, or some other type of ordinance in 2027 to limit new natural gas construction for residential buildings. The action also establishes a permit compliance program to monitor and reach the 95% goal.

Humboldt jurisdictions are committed to limiting new natural gas developments in the community.

However, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit’s decision to overturn Berkeley’s natural gas regulation—the ordinance that prohibited the installation of natural gas piping within newly constructed buildings—limits the region’s ability to establish regulations to ban new natural gas construction.34 As part of the previous CAP initiative, some jurisdictions in the region had already drafted electrification ordinances as part of their efforts to pursue building decarbonization.

However, these efforts were halted prior to adoption due to the results of the Berkeley case.

Despite this setback, the drafting of these electrification building codes demonstrates the regional interest in pursuing building decarbonization and highlights the community's commitment to reducing reliance on natural gas. Through Action BE-5a, each jurisdiction will employ the most stringent regulation currently available and suitable to their needs to electrify or otherwise decarbonize the majority of new construction in the community. To conserve staff resources and increase efficiencies, the Regional Climate Committee will develop an ordinance template based on jurisdictional input and feedback that can be modified as needed by each jurisdiction. Action BE5a’s ordinance will be designed to either strongly encourage electrification of new construction as a single margin energy score or specifically restrict the use of natural gas in new construction.

As a single margin source energy score, the ordinance would establish a low Energy Design Rating (EDR)—a scoring metric that determines a building’s compliance with California’s Building Energy Efficiency Standards—that new residential buildings in the applicable jurisdiction would need to meet. The EDR would be set in a way to make electrification the easiest pathway to meet the standard. However, since the ordinance does not ban natural gas infrastructure outright, this ordinance may permit some new construction to be built with natural gas. These exceptions are expected to be minimal because of the cost effectiveness of new building electrification and the available incentives in the region that will help continue the natural growth in electric space and water heater installations seen in California over the past decade. As previously discussed, electric space heaters have grown to a 20 percent market share in 2019, while electric water heaters have grown to an 11 percent market share in 2019.35 This trend is not only expected to continue through 2030 because all-electric new construction has proven to be cost-effective in the region for most all buildings types,36,37 but also be accelerated when coupled with the large amount of funding available for community members to install electric or heat pump space and water heating 34 CRA V. City of Berkeley, No. 21-16278. Accessed at: https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca9/21-16278/21-16278- 2023-04-17.html.
35 Opinion Dynamics. California Heat Pump Residential Market Characterization and Baseline Study (2022). Accessed at:
https://pda.energydataweb.com/#!/documents/2625/view.
36 California Energy Codes and Standards. Cost Effectiveness Explorer (2024). Accessed at:
https://explorer.localenergycodes.com/jurisdiction/eureka-city/study-results/1-PGE?only_study_type=new-buildings 37 According to the California Energy Codes and Standards’ Cost Effectiveness Explorer, all-electric construction is cost effective for all residential building types.

Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 35 appliances. While the total amount of funding available will change with sunset dates and budget cycles, the currently available federal (i.e., High Efficiency Electric Home Rebate [HEEHRA], Homeowner Managing Energy Savings [HOMES] Rebate, Inflation Reduction Act), State (i.e., TEHC Clean California), and local (i.e., RCEA’s Residential Equipment Rebate Catalog and Heat Pump Rebate Catalog) funding makes it so that low- and middle-income residents in the region can install electric or heat pump space and water heaters at no additional cost compared to gas space and water heaters. In some cases, such customers will even be able to install the heat pump water heaters for free.38
For those minimal cases where construction with natural gas may still occur under a single margin source energy score despite cost effectiveness and incentives, this Measure relies on CEQA mechanisms to require such buildings to mitigate the GHG emissions from natural gas construction.

This mitigation can be assumed because the RCAP assumes 95 percent of new construction will be all-electric or otherwise decarbonized. This assumption is then incorporated into the regional CEQA GHG Emissions Thresholds and CEQA GHG Emissions Analysis Compliance Checklist. This incorporation means new construction that utilizes natural gas will need to identify other ways to mitigate GHG emissions to meet the GHG emission threshold of an all-electric building. Moreover, Action BE-5a also allows jurisdictions to adopt a more stringent ordinance that effectively bans new natural gas construction. This option may be feasible as more jurisdictions across the State explore pathways for all-electric new construction after the Berkeley case. With limited exemptions, this option would also allow for 95 percent electric-preferred or decarbonized new construction.

Thus, the GHG emission reductions from this Measure are based on the forecasted residential building growth and the assumption that 95 percent of new buildings will be all-electric or otherwise decarbonized. Table 13 shows the parameters and data sources that support these electrification ordinance GHG emission reductions and Table 14 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 4 through 4.2.

All-electric New Residential Construction Equations
Equation 4 CO2e ReductionNG,y,i=(Fuel AvoidedNG,y,i*EFNG)+( Fuel AvoidedNG,y,i*EFNGL)-(Elec Converty,i*EFelec,y,i*(1+LT&D))
Equation 4.1 Fuel AvoidedNG,y,i=(FuelNG,y,i-FuelNG,imp.y,i)*Ordtarget,i Equation 4.2 Fuel AvoidedNGL,y,i=(Fuel AvoidedNG,y,i*(1+LEnd-use))*(LPipeline +LEnd-use) Equation 4.3 Elec Convert,y,i = Fuel AvoidedNG,y,i*CFelec/Effelec Table 13 All-electric New Construction Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 4
CO2e
ReductionNG,y,i
Natural gas GHG
emission reductions
See calculation table MT CO2e Calculated
Fuel AvoidedNG,y,i Natural gas consumption
avoided
See calculation table therms Calculated
EFNG Natural gas emission
factor

0.005311 MT CO2e/therm See references in
Appendix GHG Inventory,
38 Rincon Consultants, Inc. Installation Costs for Zero-NOx Space and Water Heating Appliances (2024).

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36 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
EFNGL Natural gas leakage
emission factor

0.047381 MT CO2e/therm See references in
Appendix GHG Inventory,
Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Elec Converty,i Electricity usage from
conversion
See calculation table kWh Calculated
EFelec,y,i Forecasted electricity
emission factor
See calculation table MT CO2e/kWh See references in
Appendix GHG Inventory,
Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
LT&D Electricity transmission
and distribution loss
percentage

5.10% Percentage See references in
Appendix GHG Inventory,
Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
y Year 2030 or 2045 year –
i Subsector Residential or
Nonresidential
– –
Equation 4.1
FuelNG,y,i Forecasted natural gas
consumption
See calculation table therms See references in
Appendix GHG Inventory,
Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
FuelNG,imp,i Forecasted natural gas in
implementation year
See calculation table therms Calculated
Ordtarget,i Percent of buildings
ordinance applies to
– percentage –
Ordtarget,res – 95% percentage Assumed due to electric
appliance market trends,
cost-effectiveness,
incentives, and inclusion
of all-electric assumption
in CEQA documents.

Ordtarget,nonres – 95% percentage
imp.y Ordinance
implementation year
– year –
imp.y,res – 2027 year Building code adoption
cycle
imp.y,nonres – 2027 year Building code adoption
cycle
Equation 4.2
LPipeline Natural gas pipeline
leakage percentage

2.3% kWh/therm Metric Conversions1
LEnd-use Natural gas end-use
leakage percentage

0.5% unitless Leonardo Energy2 and
European Copper
Institute3
Equation 4.3
CFelec Electricity to therms
conversion factor

29.3 kWh/therm Metric Conversions1
Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 37 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Effelec Efficiency factor of
electric equipment
relative to natural gas
equipment
3 unitless Leonardo Energy2 and
European Copper
Institute3
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

1. Metric Conversions. Therms (US) to Kilowatt-hours. Available at: https://www.metric-conversions.org/energy-and-power/thermsus-to-kilowatt-hours.htm

2. Leonardo Energy - Knowledge Base. 2023. How efficient is a heat pump?. Available at: https://help.leonardo-energy.org/hc/enus/articles/203047881-How-efficient-is-a-heat-pump

3. European Copper Institute. 2018. Heat Pumps: Integrating technologies to decarbonise heating and cooling. Accessed at:
https://www.ehpa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/White_Paper_Heat_pumps-1.pdf.

Table 14 All-electric New Residential Construction GHG Emission Reduction Calculations Variable Definition Units Sector 2030 2045
Equation 4.1
FuelNG,y,i Forecasted natural gas
consumption
therms Residential 20,284,903 22,120,804
imp.y Ordinance
implementation year
year Residential 2027 2027
FuelNG,imp,i Forecasted natural gas
in implementation year
therms Residential 19,917,723 19,917,723
Fuel
AvoidedNG,y,i
Natural gas
consumption avoided
therms Residential 348,821 2,092,927
Equation 4.2
Fuel
AvoidedNGL,y,i
Natural gas leakage
avoided
therms Residential 9,816 58,895
Equation 4.3
Elec Converty,i Electricity usage from
conversion
kWh Residential 3,406,820 20,440,921
Equation 4
EFelec,y,i Forecasted electricity
emission factor
MT CO2e/kWh Residential 0.0000183 0.000000
CO2e
ReductionNG
Natural gas GHG
emission reductions
MT CO2e Residential 2,252 13,907
Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
38 Measure BE-6: Decarbonize 95% of new nonresidential building construction by 2027.

Measure BE-5 commits the Humboldt region to electrify new nonresidential building construction in the community. The primary Action that enables this Measure is:
▪ Action BE-6a which directs each jurisdiction to adopt an energy design rating, reach code, energy performance ordinance, or some other type of ordinance in 2027 to avoid new natural gas construction for nonresidential (including commercial, industrial, and multi-family) buildings. The action also establishes permit compliance program to monitor and reach the 95% goal.

The Humboldt regional jurisdictions are committed to limiting new natural gas developments in the community from nonresidential buildings. Similar to Action BE-5a, Action BE-6a commits each jurisdiction to employ the most stringent regulation currently available and suitable to their needs to electrify or otherwise decarbonize the majority of new nonresidential construction in the community. To conserve staff resources and increase efficiencies, the Regional Climate Committee will develop an ordinance template based on jurisdictional input and feedback that can be modified as needed by each jurisdiction. Action BE-6a’s ordinance will be designed to either strongly encourage electrification of new construction as a single margin energy score or specifically restrict the use of natural gas in new construction. For further discussion supporting the effectiveness of this method in achieving natural gas reductions, see Measure BE-5: Decarbonize 95% of new nonresidential building construction by 2027.

Similar to Measure BE-5, this Measure relies on CEQA mechanisms such as CEQA GHG Emissions Thresholds and CEQA GHG Emissions Analysis Compliance Checklist to require such buildings to mitigate the GHG emissions from nonresidential natural gas construction. By incorporating allelectric or decarbonized construction requirements through CEQA mechanisms, it is assumed that RCAP mitigation will achieve 95 percent decarbonization of new nonresidential building construction. This incorporation means new nonresidential construction that utilizes natural gas will need to identify other ways to mitigate GHG emissions to meet the GHG emission threshold of an all-electric or fully decarbonized building. Moreover, Action BE-6a also allows jurisdictions to adopt a more stringent ordinance that effectively bans new natural gas construction. This option may be feasible as more jurisdictions across the State explore pathways for all-electric new construction after the Berkeley case. Without limited exemptions, this option would also allow for 95 percent allelectric new construction.

Thus, the GHG emission reductions from this Measure are based on the forecasted nonresidential building growth and the assumption that 95 percent of new buildings will be all-electric. GHG reductions were quantified according to the methodology outlined by Table 13 and Equation 4 through 4.3 (See Measure BE-5). Table 15 shows the calculations and estimated GHG reductions from ordinance implementation for new nonresidential construction.

Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 39 Table 15 All-electric New Nonresidential Construction GHG Emission Reduction Calculations
Variable Definition Units Sector 2030 2045
Equation 4.1
FuelNG,y,i Forecasted natural gas
consumption
therms Nonresidential 11,560,724 12,681,718
imp.y Ordinance
implementation year
year Nonresidential 2027 2027
FuelNG,imp,i Forecasted natural gas
in implementation year
therms Nonresidential 11,336,525 11,336,525
Fuel
AvoidedNG,y,i
Natural gas
consumption avoided
therms Nonresidential 212,989 1,277,933
Equation 4.2
Fuel
AvoidedNGL,y,i
Natural gas leakage
avoided
therms Nonresidential 5,994 35,961
Equation 4.3
Elec Converty,i Electricity usage from
conversion
kWh Nonresidential 2,080,192 12,481,149
Equation 1
EFelec,y,i Forecasted electricity
emission factor
MT CO2e/kWh Nonresidential 0.0000187 0.000000
CO2e
ReductionNG
Natural gas GHG
emission reductions
MT CO2e Nonresidential 1,374 8,492
Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
40 Measure BE-7: Decarbonize 30% municipal buildings and facilities by 2030.

Measure BE-5 commits the jurisdictions to lead by example through decarbonizing municipal buildings and facilities region-wide. While the strategies to decarbonize municipal buildings and facilities will reduce GHG emissions, emissions from municipal building energy are included as a subset of the nonresidential building energy sector in the Humboldt Regional GHG Inventory. This means the associated GHG emission reductions are included within the community mitigation Measures (i.e., BE-1 through BE-6). Thus, to avoid double counting, this municipal mitigation measure emissions reductions are not counted towards the 2030 and 2045 targets.

Strategy BE: Building Energy
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 41 Measure BE-8: Lobby Off-shore Wind developers and PG&E to build electrical infrastructure to supply Humboldt with energy produced by the off -shore wind project which will increase supply and resilience.

The Humboldt Bay Offshore Wind project recently received over $400 million in grant funding to construct a wind farm off the coast of Humboldt. The project will produce 1 GW of energy and the project will help toward the State’s 2030 target to deploy 5 GW of offshore wind.39 Though this energy would be produced off the coast of Humboldt county, local jurisdictions and interested parties have expressed concern that, due to current infrastructure limitations, this energy will be sold outside of the county and the local community will not receive an equitable benefit from the project.

Measure BE-8 focuses on advocating for the development of appropriate electrical infrastructure by offshore wind developers and PG&E so that the community can benefit from the Humboldt Bay Offshore Wind project. Receiving an equitable share of the generated electricity would increase the region’s energy resilience and increase capacity to meet other electrification goals outlined in the RCAP (see measures BE-1 through BE-7, and TR-6 through TR-8). While the GHG emission reductions from this measure are not quantified in the RCAP, it plays a vital role in supporting the region’s transition to renewable energy and strengthening energy security. 39 Humboldt Bay Harbor Recreation $ Conservation District. 2024. Humboldt Bay Offshore Wind Heavy Lift Marine Terminal Project.

Available at: https://humboldtbay.org/humboldt-bay-offshore-wind-heavy-lift-marine-terminal-project-3 Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
42 4 Strategy TR: Transportation
The Humboldt regional Transportation Strategy aims to reduce vehicle miles travelled (VMT) and leverage renewable and carbon-free electricity (partially provided by Strategy BE) to reduce GHG emissions from the transportation system. Reducing VMT consists of transitioning residents and visitors out of single-occupancy vehicles and into active transportation mode options (i.e., walking and biking) and public and shared transit options (e.g., public buses, rail, carpools) by improving these mode options and adopting policies to discourage single-occupancy vehicle commutes.

Additionally, land use changes such as promoting jobs and amenities to be located near residents, particularly in more rural areas, can help reduce the community’s average trip length as well as encourage mode shifts to active or public transit. VMT reduction is further supported by the use of VMT thresholds developed by Fehr & Peers for the County where the County has elected to establish a threshold of significance at 15 percent below existing baseline VMT per capita, in line with current Office of Planning and Research (OPR) guidance and consistent with the achievement of the state’s climate goals.

The remaining VMT will then be decarbonized by increasing the adoption of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). When combined with renewable and carbon-free electricity, electric vehicles (EVs) eliminate GHG emissions from fossil fuel combustion and transition commutes to a zero-emission operational footprint.Other ZEVs such as fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), which are powered by hydrogen and only produce water when operated, also result in zero tailpipe emissions40 and serve as important options for reducing emissions from hard to electrify sectors such as heavy-duty and off-road transportation equipment. Though upstream production of fuel is not considered in the GHG emissions attributable to a community, hydrogen fuel has the potential to further decarbonize the transportation sector when the fuel is produced from electricity sourced from renewable energy sources, known as “green hydrogen.”41,42 In addition to targeting mode shift and increasing the number of ZEVs, the Strategy targets off-road equipment and vehicles for decarbonization. Based on this approach, the RCAP’s Transportation Strategy consists of the following Measures presented in Table 16.

The table also indicates which Measures are quantitative and which Measures are supportive. The following subsections detail the substantial evidence and calculation methodologies of the quantitative Measures and the role of the supportive Measures. Note that Measures which are designated as “Urban” provide strategies and targets designed for the incorporated cities of Arcata, Fortuna, and Eureka,43 while “Rural” Measures are intended for areas which are not considered central economic hubs such as the unincorporated Humboldt County as well as incorporated cities of Blue Lake, Ferndale, Rio Dell, and Trinidad that have transportation networks more characteristic of rural areas.
40 U.S. Department of Energy. Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles. Available at: https://afdc.energy.gov/vehicles/fuelcell#:~:text=Fuel%20cell%20electric%20vehicles%20(FCEVs,the%20early%20stages%20of%20implementation. 41 National grid. The Hydrogen Colour Spectrum (2023). Available at: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/energy-explained/hydrogencolour-spectrum 42 Energy Education. Types of Fuel. Available at: https://energyeducation.ca/encyclopedia/Types_of_hydrogen_fuel 43 Caltrans. Caltrans District 1 Active Transportation Plan. Available at:
https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/75fb376153094696b56c0e6dac3055d7 Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 43 Table 16 Strategy TR: Transportation GHG Emission Reduction Summary Measure ID Measure
2030 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
2045 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
Measure TR-1
Urban
Implement programs, such as those identified in
HCAOG’s RTP, to increase the mode share of
active transportation in urbanized areas from 9%
to 12% by 2030 thereby achieving a regional
active transportation mode share of 8%.
1,147 2,594
Measure TR-1
Rural
Implement programs, such as those identified in
HCAOG’s RTP, that increase access to safe active
transportation, to increase the mode share of
active transportation in rural areas from 5% to 6%
by 2030 thereby achieving a regional active
transportation mode share of 9%.
1,080 4,405
Measure TR-2
Urban
Expand the public transit network in support of
HCAOG’s Regional Transportation Plan to
increase public transit mode share from 2% to
20% public transit mode share in urbanized areas
to achieve a regional 13% public transit mode
share by 2030.
18,055 26,482
Measure TR-2
Rural
Develop a robust public transit network in
support of HCAOG’s Regional Transportation Plan
to increase public transit mode share from 1% to
10% in rural areas and achieve a regional 13%
public transit mode share by 2030.
20,180 29,703
Measure TR-3 Reduce regional VMT by increasing promotion of mixed-use development in infill priority areas in
alignment with HCAOG’s baseline connectivity
score included in the RTP.

Supportive Supportive
Measure TR-4 Develop and implement regional mobility hubs and ZEV car-share programs to support mode
shift from single occupancy vehicles.

Supportive Supportive
Measure TR-5 Require commercial and industrial employers with 25 employees or more to develop a
Transportation Demand Management plan.

Supportive Supportive
Measure TR-6 Decarbonize 15% of passenger vehicle miles traveled by 2030 and 100% by 2045 through
increased adoption of low and zero-emission
vehicles and development of a regional electric
vehicle charging and hydrogen fueling network.
55,726 590,124
Measure TR-7 Increase commercial zero-emission vehicle use and adoption to 10% by 2030 and 100% by 2045
through a regional charging network and
development of hydrogen hubs.
17,441 279,775
Measure TR-8 Electrify or otherwise decarbonize 12% of
applicable SORE off-road equipment by 2030 and
100% by 2045 and replace fossil diesel
consumption with renewable diesel in 55% of
applicable large diesel in alignment with EO N-79-
20 by 2030.
49,143 139,645
Measure TR-9 Establish Humboldt as a pilot program for the decarbonization of the transportation sector to
Supportive Supportive
Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
44 Measure ID Measure
2030 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
2045 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
help drive state and philanthropic investment
throughout Humboldt.

Measure TR-10 Work with the state and biofuel industry to establish a biofuel network within Humboldt
thereby funding new green industry and job
growth to support the decarbonization of the
transportation sector.

Supportive Supportive
Measure TR-11 Lead by example and electrify or otherwise decarbonize 50% of the municipal fleet by 2030 in
alignment with the state’s Advanced Clean Fleet
Rule.

Supportive Supportive
Total 162,772 1,072,728
Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 45 Measure TR-1 Urban: Implement programs, such as those identified in HCAOG’s RTP, to increase the mode share of active transportation in urbanized areas from 9% to 12% by 2030 thereby achieving a regional active transportation mode share of 8%.

Measure TR-1 Urban aims to increase the active transportation mode share in urbanized areas in Humboldt to 12 percent by 2030 and to 16 percent by 2045. The primary Actions that enable this Measure are:
▪ Action TR-1a which directs the Regional Climate Committee to facilitate partnerships between urbanized areas of Humboldt and Humboldt County Association of Governments (HCAOG) to identify and pursue funding opportunities to support the goals set forth in HCAOG’s Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).
▪ Action TR-1f which directs the Regional Climate Committee established in the RCAP measures to work with HCAOG to identify land use and interconnectivity opportunities and to pursue regional funding to implement active transportation interconnectivity improvement projects.

In 2022 (i.e. Humboldt’s regional GHG Inventory year), the urban areas of Humboldt had weighted average commuting bicycle and walking mode shares of 1.4 percent and 7.7 percent, respectively, equating to a 9 percent total commuting active transportation mode share. 44,45 At 12.2 percent
walking and 1.9 percent bike, the incorporated city of Arcata has the highest active transit mode share in the region. Census reported active mode shares only include commute-based trips and exclude tourist-based travel on trails focused on eco-tourism that is prevalent in the region, though expansion of these trails can also serve to reduce VMT. Though the more urbanized areas of the region exhibit relatively high combined walking and biking mode share, studies show that investments in active transportation infrastructure can further drive active transportation mode shifts and GHG emissions reductions.46 For example, urban cities that make a strong commitment to bicycle travel can see up to an 11 percent reduction in vehicle miles traveled and associated GHG emissions.47 Such reductions can be reasonably expected because in 2022, about 16 percent of vehicle trips made nationally were one mile or less—a distance easily travelled by foot or bicycle.48 To estimate the mode shift potential of developing and implementing an Active Transportation Plan in Humboldt urbanized centers, other cities’ bicycle and road networks were analyzed. The City of Berkeley leads the State with an 18 percent active transportation mode share in 2022 (i.e., 4.9 percent bicycle mode share and 13.4 percent pedestrian mode share) followed by the City of Davis with a 16 percent active transportation mode share in 2022 (i.e., 13.5 percent bicycle mode share 44 US Census Bureau. 2022: ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex. Accessed at:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST5Y2022.S0801?q=Humboldt%20County,%20California&t=Commuting 45 Weighted average mode shares were estimated based on mode share data provided in the U.S. Census Bureau’s ACS 5 -Year Survey and vehicle miles travelled (VMT) data for each region as reported in the Humboldt Regional 2022 GHG Inventory Report for the CAP. 46 Glazener, Andrew and Khreis, Haneen. Transforming our Cities: Best Practices Towards Clean Air and Active Transportation (201 9).

Accessed at: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40572-019-0228-1 47 Jacob Mason et al., Institute for Transportation & Development Policy and the University of California, Davis. A Global High Shift Cycling Scenario (2015). Accessed at: https://itdpdotorg.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/A-Global-High-Shift-CyclingScenario_Nov-2015.pdf 48 National Household Travel Survey. Population Vehicle Trips Statistics (2021). Accessed at: https://nhts.ornl.gov/vehicle-trips Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
46 and 2.6 percent pedestrian mode share).49, 50 The City of Davis has 9.8 miles of bike lane per square mile, which equates to approximately 0.6 miles of bike lane per mile of street. 51,52 City of Berkley has approximately 4.8 miles of bike lane per square mile, but equates to 0.2 miles of bike lane per mile of street given the number of street miles in the Cities 10.5 square miles. 53,54 Currently the
urbanized areas of Humboldt (e.g. Arcata, Eureka, and Fortuna) have about 2 miles of bike lane per square mile based on the bike map provided by HCAOG.55 HCAOG’s Regional Bicycle Plan plans for approximately 506 miles of bikeways over the 20 year planning horizon throughout Humboldt county to connect all the cities and unincorporated areas as well as connecting the county to adjacent counties.56 Humboldt County has approximately 1,200 miles of county roads and city streets roadway, full implementation of this plan would lead to 0.4 miles of bike lane per mile of street. Based on other similar cities it would seem that this increase in bicycle lane miles per street mile would lead to a bicycle mode share of approximately 10-15%. Implementation of the Bicycle Plan largely depends on securing funding. The region has had good success at obtaining funding to implement the projects to increase the bicycle and pedestrian routes. In 2023 HCAOG allocated $2.1 million to jurisdictions for road improvements including funds specifically for bicycle and pedestrian improvements.57Additionally, Eureka was recently awarded a combined $11.3 million from Caltrans for a multi-use trail and a bike boulevard in the city.58 Given the success of the region at obtaining funding and continually implementing priority bicycle projects, the current active transportation mode share, and trends in active transportation in other locations with similar bike lane to street ratios, it was assumed that this Measure would lead to a 3 percent increase in active transportation mode share to 12 percent in urbanized regions. It was assumed that the increase would come predominantly from bicycle mode share while walking mode share is conservatively assumed to remain constant. 2045 quantification estimates an active transportation mode shift by an additional 4 percent to 16 percent to align with the City of Davis and assumes by 2045 the regional infrastructure will support significant active transit mode shift for the last mile of distance travelled. An increase in active transportation to 12 percent and 16 percent in urbanized areas equates to a 0.2 percent and 0.4 percent passenger VMT reduction, respectively.

This is conservative compared with the VMT reduction target of 15 percent from baseline conditions used for the VMT Significance Threshold established by the County in compliance with SB 743. Like 2030, the 2045 quantification assumes the increases would be attributable to bicycle mode share, 49 US Census Bureau. 2022: ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex. Accessed at:
https://data.census.gov/table?t=Commuting&g=160XX00US0618100. 50 US Census Bureau. 2022: ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex. Accessed at:
https://data.census.gov/table?t=Commuting&g=160XX00US0606000. 51 https://www.cityofdavis.org/city-hall/public-works-utilities-and-operations/streets 52 https://www.cityofdavis.org/city-hall/public-works-engineering-and-transportation/bike-pedestrian-program/davis-bike-andpedestrian-infrastructure#:~:text=4%20miles%20of%20buffered%20bike,and%20twenty%2Done%20underpass%20crossings. 53 https://www.visitberkeley.com/media-press/press-kit/fact-sheet/ 54 https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/about-us/departments/publicworks#:~:text=Our%20325%2B%20staff%20are%20responsible,%2C%20and%20waste%2C%20recycling%2C%20and 55 https://www.hcaog.net/map/
56 Humboldt County Association of Governments (HCAOG). (2018). Humboldt Regional Bicycle Plan. Available at:
https://www.hcaog.net/sites/default/files/Final%20Bike%20Plan%20Update%202018%20incl%20maps.pdf 57 https://www.hcaog.net/sites/default/files/HCAOG%202023%20Highlights%20(Canva).pdf 58 https://dot.ca.gov/news-releases/news-release-2022-043 Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 47 while walking mode share remains constant. These 2030 and 2045 targets conservatively support HCAOG’s Regional Transportation Plan which sets ambitious goals to increase public and active transit mode share by a combined 30 percent by 2030, and 40 percent by 2050.59 Table 17 shows the parameters and data sources that support the GHG emission reductions from active transportation mode shifts and Table 18 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 5 through 5.2.

Active Transportation Mode Share Equations
Equation 5 CO2e Reductioni,y= VMT Reducedi,y*VMT EFi,y
Equation 5.1 VMT Reducedi,y= VMTi,y*Propj*TPMi,y*TLi*MS IncreaseBike,y Equation 5.2 MS IncreaseBike,y=MS TargetActive,y-MSWalk,by -MSBike,by Table 17 Active Transportation Mode Share Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 5
CO2e Reduction VMT GHG
emission
reductions
See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
VMT Reduced VMT reduced See calculation
table
miles Calculated
VMT EF VMT emission
factor
See calculation
table
MT CO2e/mile See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Equation 5.1
VMTi,y Forecasted VMT See calculation
able
miles See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Propj Proportion of total
regional VMT
See calculation
able
percentage See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report /Calculated
TPMi,y Forecasted trips
per mile
See calculation
table
trips/mile See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
TLi Average bicycle
trip length

1.5 miles CARB Quantifying Reductions in
Vehicle Miles Traveled from New
Bike Paths, Lanes, and Cycle Tracks:

Technical Documentation1
MS IncreaseBike,y Bicycle mode
share increase
See calculation
table
percentage Calculated
i VMT type Passenger – –
y Year 2030 or 2045 – –
j County subregion Urban or rural – –
Equation 5.2
59 Humboldt County Association of Governments (HCAOG). Regional Transportation Plan, VROOM 2022-2042. Available at:
https://www.hcaog.net/sites/default/files/vroom_2022-2042_full_report_0.pdf Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
48 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
MS TargetActive,y Active
transportation
mode share target
– percentage Conservative estimate based on
bicycle mode shares currently seen in
Davis and Berkeley.2,3
MS
TargetActive,2030
– 12.00% percentage City of Davis and Berkeley.2,3
MS
TargetActive,2045
– 16.00% percentage HCAOG RTP goals
MSWalk,by Walking mode
share in baseline
year

7.73% percentage US Census Bureau. ACS 5-Year
Estimates Subject Tables (2022) 4
MSBike,by Bicycle mode
share in baseline
year

1.35% percentage US Census Bureau. ACS 5-Year
Estimates Subject Tables (2022)4
by Baseline year 2022 year See references in Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

1. CARB. Quantifying Reductions in Vehicle Miles Traveled from New Bike Paths, Lanes, and Cycle Tracks: Technical Documentation (2019). Accessed at: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/auction-proceeds/bicycle_facilities_technical_041519.pdf.

2. US Census Bureau. ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex, Davis (2022). Available at:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST5Y2022.S0801?t=Commuting&g=160XX00US0618100

3. US Census Bureau. ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex, Berkley (2022). Available at:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST5Y2022.S0801?t=Commuting&g=160XX00US0606000

4. US Census Bureau. ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex (2022). Available at:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST5Y2022.S0801?q=Humboldt%20County,%20California&t=Commuting Table 18 Active Transportation Mode Share GHG Emission Reduction Calculations Variable Definition Units VMT Type 2030 2045
Equation 5.2
MS TargetActive,y Active transportation mode
share target
percentage Passenger 12.00% 16.00%
MS
IncreaseBike,y
Bicycle mode share increase percentage Passenger 2.92% 6.92% Equation 5.1
VMT Forecasted VMT miles Passenger 2,308,368,699 2,532,201,389 Propurban Proportion of total regional
VMT
percentage Passenger 30.77% 30.77%
TPM Forecasted trips per mile trips/mile Passenger 0.121980 0.124294 VMT Reduced VMT reduced miles Passenger 3,797,653 10,055,097 Equation 5
VMT EF VMT emission factor MT CO2e/mile Passenger 0.000302 0.000258 CO2e Reduction VMT GHG emission
reductions
MT CO2e Passenger 1,147 2,594
Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 49 Measure TR-1 Rural: Implement programs, such as those identified in HCAOG’s RTP, that increase access to safe active transportation, to increase the mode share of active transportation in rural areas from 5% to 6% by 2030, thereby achieving a regional active transportation mode share of 8%.

Measure TR-1 Rural aims to increase rural area active transportation mode share to 6 percent by 2030 and to 10 percent by 2045. For the purpose of transportation related Measures, “rural” is defined as small, incorporated cities not considered to be major commuter hubs in the region (i.e.

Blue Lake, Ferndale, Rio Dell, and Trinidad) as well as unincorporated Humboldt County. The primary Actions that enable this Measure are:
▪ Action TR-1c which directs the Regional Climate Committee to work with the regions rural jurisdictions and HCAOG to obtain funding and prioritize construction and improvement projects connecting bikeway and pedestrian systems to high employment zones such as Eureka, Arcata, and Fortuna;
▪ Action TR-1e which commits jurisdictions with planned land use development to establish building code standards for inclusion of bicycle and pedestrian facilities; and ▪ Action TR-1g which dedicates staff time or the Regional Climate Committee to assist HCAOG in pursuing grant opportunities such as the Active Transportation Program, AARP Community Challenge, CalEPA’s Environmental Justice Action Grants, and Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants.

Actions under Measure TR-1 Rural are designed to align with HCAOG’s RTP program, VROOM 2022- 2042. HCAOG’s VROOM 2022-2042 plan is the county-wide guiding long range regional planning document when it comes to public and active transportation implementation. Listed projects focus on aggressive mode share shift projects to achieve an aggregate public and active transportation mode share of 30 percent by 2030 and 40 percent by 2050. 60 Though increasing active transportation mode share can be a challenge, the projects listed in the RTP and supported by the Actions in Measure TR-1 Rural employ many recommended strategies for increasing active transportation in rural communities, such as focusing on strategic land use development planning, implementing complete streets, pursuit of diverse funding sources, building partnerships, and defining activity centers.61 In order to achieve VMT reductions from these Actions, the rural areas will need to work collaboratively with the high employment centers of the county to implement mutually beneficial projects found in the RTP. Many of the zoning and land use policies are implemented through the General Plan. The RTP modeling results provide additional evidence for the ability of the region to reduce VMT through improved land use and growth management.

Despite their rural characteristics, the rural cities and unincorporated areas of Humboldt currently have relatively high walking mode shares, though biking mode shares are low. In 2022, the weighted average bicycle and pedestrian mode shares for the designated rural areas were 0.55 percent and

4.78 percent, respectively.62 However, studies show that investments in active transportation infrastructure have demonstrated significant improvements in active transportation mode shifts and 60 For a full list of the projects please see the Connected 2050 plan. Accessed here:
https://www.hcaog.net/sites/default/files/vroom_2022-2042_full_report_0.pdf 61 Smart Growth America. 2023. An Active Roadmap: Best Practices in Rural Mobility. Available at: https://smartgrowthamerica.org/wpcontent/uploads/2023/07/SGA-Rural-Transportation-Field-Scan_Final_7.27.pdf 62 US Census Bureau. 2017: ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex. Accessed at:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST5Y2019.S0801?q=Humboldt%20County,%20California&t=Commuting&g=160XX00US0602476,06230 42,0625296
Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
50 GHG emissions reductions.63 Rural areas can also reasonably expect to see significant mode share increases, as approximately 7.7 percent of rural trips nation-wide are one mile or less, with 15 percent of trips being three miles or less.64 As the average bike trip length is approximately 1.5 miles,65 a similar 11 percent reduction in vehicles miles travelled can be similarly expected with rural investment in bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. A key to increasing active transportation mode share in rural areas in the county is creating an interconnected system of safe pedestrian and bicycle lanes that connect to city centers, job centers, amenities, and other parts of the region.

HCAOG’s 2018 Regional Bicycle Plan and VROOM 2022-2042 plan recognize the need for interconnectivity across the region and have identified specific projects to enhance the interconnectivity of the bicycle and pedestrian system. Of the 506 miles of bikeway planned in the 2018 Regional Bicycle Plan, 406 of those miles are planned for the unincorporated county with many of the planned bikeways designated as rural routes that would connect the incorporated cities and unincorporated communities. The Actions in this Measure focus on obtaining the funding and resources to implement priority infrastructure projects that will continue to build out this interconnected system. The region has seen success with obtaining funding for such projects already, including grant funding for the bicycle and pedestrian improvements through the Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant.66
Based on these factors and the alignment of the Actions for this Measure with HCAOG’s RTP and the planned county-wide bicycle and pedestrian projects to increase interconnectivity, it is conservatively estimated that rural areas can increase their combined biking and walking mode share from 4.8 percent to 6.0 percent by 2030. An increase in active transportation to 4.8 percent and 6.0 percent in rural areas equates to a 0.2 percent and 0.7 percent passenger VMT reduction, respectively. This is conservative compared with the VMT reduction target of 15 percent from baseline conditions used for the VMT Significance Threshold established by the County in compliance with SB 743. A 1.2 percent increase in active transportation in rural areas is further supported by the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association (CAPCOA) Handbook that found that enhancing the pedestrian network and expanding the bikeway network can reduce VMT by up to 7%.67 Bike share programs, such as those to be implemented by Action T-1i have also been shown to reduce VMT.67
Table 19 shows the parameters and data sources that support these electrification ordinance GHG emission reductions and Table 20 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 6 through 6.5.

Active Transportation Mode Share Equations
Equation 6 CO2e Reductioni,y= VMT Reducedi,y*VMT EFi,y
Equation 6.1 VMT Reducedi,y= VMTi,y*Propj*TPMi,y*TLi*MS IncreaseBike,y 63 Glazener, Andrew and Khreis, Haneen. Transforming our Cities: Best Practices Towards Clean Air and Active Transportation (201 9).

Accessed at: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40572-019-0228-1 64 U.S. Department of Transportation. 2022. Downloads, 2022 NHTS Dataset. Available at: https://nhts.ornl.gov/downloads 65 CARB. Quantifying Reductions in Vehicle Miles Traveled from New Bike Paths, Lanes, and Cycle Tracks: Technical Documentation (2019). Accessed at: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/auction-proceeds/bicycle_facilities_technical_041519.pdf. 66 https://dot.ca.gov/-/media/dot-media/programs/transportation-planning/documents/fiscal-year-2023-24-award-list-a11y.pdf 67 California Air Pollution Control Officers Association (CAPCOA). 2021. Handbook for Analyzing Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductio ns, Assessing Climate Vulnerabilities, and Advancing Health and Equity. Accessed at:
https://www.airquality.org/ClimateChange/Documents/Final%20Handbook_AB434.pdf Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 51 Equation 6.2 MS IncreaseBike,y=MS TargetActive,y-MSWalk,by -MSBike,by Table 19 Rural Active Transportation Mode Share Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 6
CO2e Reduction VMT GHG
emission
reductions
See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
VMT Reduced VMT reduced See calculation
table
miles Calculated
VMT EF VMT emission
factor
See calculation
table
MT CO2e/mile See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Equation 6.1
VMTi,y Forecasted VMT See calculation
able
miles See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Propj Proportion of total
regional VMT
See calculation
able
percentage See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
TPMi,y Forecasted trips
per mile
See calculation
table
trips/mile See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
TLi Average bicycle
trip length

1.5 miles CARB1
MS IncreaseBike,y Bicycle mode
share increase
See calculation
table
percentage Calculated
i VMT type Passenger – –
y Year 2030 or 2045 – –
j County subregion Urban or rural – –
Equation 6.2
MS TargetActive,y Active
transportation
mode share target
– percentage –
MS
TargetActive,2030
– 6.00% percentage U.S. Department of Transportation1
and Jabon Mason3
MS
TargetActive,2045
– 10.00% percentage Conservative alignment with HCAOG
RTP goals and TR-1 Urban active
transportation goals
MSWalk,by Walking mode
share in baseline
year

0.55% percentage US Census Bureau. ACS 5-Year
Estimates Subject Tables (2022) 4,5
MSBike,by Bicycle mode
share in baseline
year

4.22% percentage US Census Bureau. ACS 5-Year
Estimates Subject Tables (2022)4,5
by Baseline year 2022 year See references in Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
52 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

2. U.S. Department of Transportation. 2022. Downloads, 2022 NHTS Dataset. Available at: https://nhts.ornl.gov/downloads

3. Jacob Mason et al., Institute for Transportation & Development Policy and the University of California, Davis. A Global High Shift Cycling Scenario (2015). Accessed at: https://itdpdotorg.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/A-Global-High-Shift-CyclingScenario_Nov-2015.pdf

4. US Census Bureau. 2022: ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex. Accessed at:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST5Y2022.S0801?q=Humboldt%20County,%20California&t=Commuting

5. Weighted average active transit mode share estimated based on walking and biking mode shares provided by U.S. Census data for Blue Lake (2.9%, 2.6%), Ferndale (4.5%, 0.0%), Rio Dell (0.9%, 0.0%), Trinidad (3.4%, 0.0%), and Unincorporated Humboldt Coun ty (4.36%, 0.57%), and their respective VMT contributions as reported in the Humboldt Regional 2022 GHG Inventory.

Table 20 Rural Active Transportation Mode Share GHG Emission Reduction Calculations Variable Definition Units VMT Type 2030 2045
Equation 6.2
MS TargetActive,y Active transportation mode
share target
percentage Passenger 6.00% 10.00%
MS
IncreaseBike,y
Bicycle mode share increase percentage Passenger 1.22% 5.22% Equation 6.1
VMT Forecasted VMT miles Passenger 2,308,368,699 2,532,201,389 Proprural Proportion of total regional
VMT
percentage Passenger 69.23% 69.23%
TPM Forecasted trips per mile trips/mile Passenger 0.121980 0.124294 VMT Reduced VMT reduced miles Passenger 3,576,953 17,072,304 Equation 6
VMT EF VMT emission factor MT CO2e/mile Passenger 0.000302 0.000258 CO2e Reduction VMT GHG emission
reductions
MT CO2e Passenger 1,080 4,405
Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 53 Measure TR-2 Urban: Expand the public transit network in support of HCAOG’s Regional Transportation Plan to increase public transit mode share from 2% to 20% public transit mode share in urbanized areas to achieve a regional 13% public transit mode share by 2030.

Measure TR-2 Urban aims to increase major regional urban centers’ (i.e. Arcata, Eureka, Fortuna) public and shared transit mode share to 20 percent by 2030 and 30 percent by 2045. The primary Actions that enable this Measure are:
▪ Action TR-2a which directs the Regional Climate Committee to work with HCAOG and Humboldt Transit Authority (HTA) to implement initiatives in HCAOG’s Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) to achieve a 10-minute headway; and
▪ Action TR-2f, g which commits the region to developing a multi-jurisdictional staff position through the Regional Climate Committee to support HTA and HCAOG in obtaining funding through grant opportunities or other identified sources and prioritize access improvements in low-income communities.

Actions under Measure TR-2 Urban are designed to align with HCAOG’s RTP program, VROOM 2022- 2042. HCAOG’s VROOM 2022-2042 plan is the county-wide guiding long range regional planning document when it comes to public and active trasportation implementation. Listed projects focus on aggressive mode share shift projects to achieve an aggregate public and active transportation mode share of 30 percent by 2030 and 40 percent by 2050. 68 Additionally, HTA’s acquisition of 11 zero-emissions buses makes the shift to increased public transit mode share an even more attractive option for reducing GHG emissions.69 Consistent with the RTP, a majority of VMT reductions will come from land use changes and infrastructure improvement projects to aid the expansion of HTA services and prioritizing neighboring city and rural interconnectivity improvement projects. In order to achieve these reductions, the cities will need to work collaboratively with the County and neighboring cities to implement mutually beneficial projects found in the RTP. By leveraging the Regional Climate Committee to administer a multi-jurisdictional staff position to work with HTA and HCAOG on behalf of the jurisdictions to support transit projects that best improve interconnectivity and serve the jurisdictions’ needs, it will lessen the load on each individual jurisidiction and create consistency in planning. Many of the zoning and land use policies are implemented through the General Plan. The RTP modeling results provide additional evidence for the ability of the region to reduce VMT through improved land use and growth management.

In general, increases and improvements to public transportation systems reduce a jurisdiction’s dependence on fossil fuels and reduce VMT. The best ways to improve a transit system and reduce driving is to expand its geographical reach and increase the frequency and reliability of transit service. Each new mile of transit usage reduces VMT on much more than a 1:1 basis. Approximately 1% increase in transit frequency saves 0.5% in VMT.70 Further, improving transit access has the 68 For a full list of the projects please see the Connected 2050 plan. Accessed here:
https://www.hcaog.net/sites/default/files/vroom_2022-2042_full_report_0.pdf 69 Humboldt Transit Authority (HTA). 2024. Expanding Transit Services and Introducing Zero-Emission Fleets on the North Coast.

Available at: https://hta.org/projects-tircp/
70 Todd Litman. Victoria Transport Policy Institute. August 2021. Evaluating Public Transit Benefits and Costs Best Practices Gu idebook.

Accessed at: https://www.vtpi.org/tranben.pdf
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54 potential to shift trips from cars to transit, which may reduce vehicle trips, VMT, and greenhouse gas emissions, with time spent getting to a transit stop being the key indicator of transit access. 71 In 2022 (i.e., the Humboldt RCAP inventory year), Arcata, Eureka, and Fortuna had a weighted average regional public transit mode share of 1.74 percent.72However, other city areas have shown that increasing investment can significantly raise public mode transit mode share. The City of San Francisco leads the state with 26% transit mode share in 2017 (pre-COVID).73 ,
74 The City of Seattle
has documented significant increases in public transit mode share to 48% in 2017 (pre-COVID).75 Key strategies employed by these cities include significant expansions of transit service lines, designated streets or lanes for bus lines to decrease headways, implementation of taxes to support transit, reduced parking availability, and user taxes. Though these city areas experience higher population density compared to the urban centers of Humboldt, these strategies represent core principles for improving public transit and largely align with objectives set forth in the Humboldt RTP. Therefore, it is anticipated that the urban areas (e.g., Arcata, Eureka, and Fortuna) will follow the trends of San Francisco and Seattle by implementing similar strategies under Measure TR-2. Quantification estimates suggest that, with full implementation of public transit improvement actions, achieving a public transit mode share of 29% (the average of Seattle and San Francisco) by 2030 is ambitious for the urban areas in the region. This is due to the current impacts of COVID-19 and existing barriers to public transit in the region. A more realistic goal set forth by this measure is public transit mode share of 20% by 2030. Though this goal is still ambitious, it conservatively aligns with the aggressive 2030 alternative mode share goals set by HCAOG in the RTP and HTA’s goals to expand transit services such that there is a less than 10-minute headway. An increase in public transportation mode share to 20 percent in urbanized areas equates to a 3 percent passenger VMT reduction. This is conservative compared with the VMT reduction target of 15 percent from baseline conditions used for the VMT Significance Threshold established by the County in compliance with SB 743. It is further supported by CAPCOA’s findings that expanding transit network coverage or hours can reduce VMT by up to 4.6 %, while increasing transit service frequency (e.g., reducing headway) can reduce VMT by up to 11.3%.76 Obtaining funding to expand transit coverage and frequency will be key to achieving these aggressive goals. HCAOG and HTA have continually worked to procure funds for transit. In 2023 HCAOG allocated over $9 million in funds for funding transit operations, route planning, and operation assistance.77 Additionally, HTA was awarded a $38.7 million grant from the California State Transportation Agency’s Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program to expand fleet 71 California Air Resources Board (CARB). August 2017. Methods to Assess Co-Benefits of California Climate Investments: Vehicle Miles Travelled. Accessed at: http://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/auction-proceeds/carb_vehicle_miles_traveled.pdf 72 US Census Bureau. 2022: ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex. Accessed at:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST5Y2022.S0801?q=Humboldt%20County,%20California&t=Commuting&g=160XX00US0602476,06230 42,0625296
73 San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). December 2021. Sustainable Transportation Mode Share. Accessed at:
https://www.sfmta.com/reports/sustainable-transportation-mode-share 74 Pre-COVID numbers are referenced here with the understanding that public transit usage during the COVID pandemic were lower than normal and are likely to increase again assuming a return to pre-COVID conditions. 75 Commute Seattle. December 2021. 2019 Mode Split Study Report. Accessed at: https://www.commuteseattle.com/resource/2019- mode-split-study/
76 California Air Pollution Control Officers Association (CAPCOA). 2021. Handbook for Analyzing Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductio ns, Assessing Climate Vulnerabilities, and Advancing Health and Equity. Accessed at:
https://www.airquality.org/ClimateChange/Documents/Final%20Handbook_AB434.pdf 77 HCAOG. 2023. HCAOG 2023 Highlights. Accessed at:
https://www.hcaog.net/sites/default/files/HCAOG%202023%20Highlights%20(Canva).pdf Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 55 services and procure 11 new zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell electric buses to add to the fleet.78 Further, HCAOG recently submitted a competitive application for the Caltrans Sustainable Communities Planning Grant Program - Strategic Transit Partnerships that focuses on building strong relationships among HCAOG, HTA, other transit and mobility-service providers, Caltrans, local tribes, cities, and county agencies in order to plan transportation and land use together. The focus on regional collaboration for land use planning and coordination for transit is key to creating an interconnected network. With this Measure providing additional support through the Regional Climate Committee to identify and apply for funding and jurisdictions committing to implementing initiatives locally, it is anticipated to accelerate implementation of the projects necessary to meet the HCAOG and HTA goals.

Table 21 shows the parameters and data sources that support the GHG emission reductions associated with reducing vehicle miles traveled through public transit mode share and Table 22 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 7 through 7.2.

Public Transit Mode Share Equations
Equation 7 CO2e Reductioni,y= VMT Reducedi,y*VMT EFi,y
Equation 7.1 VMT Reducedi,y= ((VMTi,y*Propj)-VMTactive)*TPMi,y*TLi*MS Increasepublic,y Equation 7.2 MS Increasepublic,y=MS Targetpublic,y-MSpublic,by Table 21 Public Transit Mode Share Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 7
CO2e Reductioni,y VMT GHG emission
reductions
See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
VMT Reducedi,y VMT reduced See calculation
table
miles Calculated
VMT EFi,y VMT emission factor See calculation
table
MT CO2e/mile See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Equation 7.1
VMTi,y Forecasted VMT
after active
transportation
reductions
See calculation
able
miles See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Propj Proportion of total
regional VMT
See calculation
able
miles See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
VMTactive,y VMT reduction from
active transportation
targets
See calculation
able
miles Calculated (See Measures TR-1)
TPMi,y Forecasted trips per
mile
See calculation
table
trips/mile See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
78 Humboldt Transit Authority (HTA). 2022. Humboldt Transit Authority Awarded $38.7M Grant for Fuel Cell Electric Buses. Accesse d at:
https://hta.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/2022-07_HTA-TIRCP-Press-Release.pdf Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
56 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
TLi Average public
transit trip length

3.8 miles American Public Transportation
Association’s Public
Transportation Fact Book1,2
MS IncreasePublic,y Public transit mode
share increase
See calculation
table
percentage Calculated
i VMT type Passenger – –
y Year 2030 or 2045 – –
j County subregion Urban or Rural – –
Equation 7.2
MS TargetPublic,y Public transit mode
share target
– percentage –
MS
TargetPublic,2030
Public transit mode
share target (2030)
20% percentage Conservative estimate based on
achievable pre-COVID public
transit mode shares in San
Francisco3
and Seattle. MS 4
TargetPublic,2045
Public transit mode
share target (2045)
30% percentage
MSPublic,by Public transit mode
share in baseline
year

1.74% percentage US Census Bureau5,6
by Baseline year 2022 year See references in Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

1. American Public Transportation Association. Public Transportation Fact Book (2018). Accessed at: https://www.apta.com/wpcontent/uploads/Resources/resources/statistics/Documents/FactBook/2018-APTA-Fact-Book.pdf.

2. Note: Regular bus trip length was utilized to remain conservative.

3. San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). December 2021. Sustainable Transportation Mode Share. Accessed at:
https://www.sfmta.com/reports/sustainable-transportation-mode-share

4. Commute Seattle. December 2021. 2019 Mode Split Study Report. Accessed at: https://www.commuteseattle.com/resource/2019- mode-split-study/

5. US Census Bureau. 2022: ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex. Accessed at:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST5Y2022.S0801?q=Humboldt%20County,%20California&t=Commuting&g=160XX00US0602476, 0623042,0625296

6. Weighted average public transit mode share estimated based on mode shares provided by U.S. Census data for Arcata (2.5%), Eureka (0.9%) and Fortuna (1.2%), and their respective VMT contributions as reported in the Humboldt Regional 2022 GHG Inventory.

Table 22 Public Transit Mode Share GHG Emission Reduction Calculations Variable Definition Units VMT Type 2030 2045
Equation 7.2
MS TargetPublic Public transit mode share
target
percentage Passenger 20.00% 30.00%
MS
IncreasePublic
Public transit mode share
increase
percentage Passenger 18.26% 28.26%
Equation 7.1
VMT Forecasted VMT after active
transportation reductions
miles Passenger 2,308,368,699 2,532,201,389
Propurban Proportion of total regional
VMT
Percentage Passenger 30.77% 30.77%
VMTactive VMT reduction from active
transportation targets
miles Passenger 3,797,653 10,055,097
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 57 Variable Definition Units VMT Type 2030 2045
TPM Forecasted trips per mile trips/mile Passenger 0.121980 0.124294 VMT Reduced VMT reduced miles Passenger 59,785,448 102,641,693 Equation 7
VMT EF VMT emission factor MT CO2e/mile Passenger 0.000302 0.000258 CO2e Reduction VMT GHG emission
reductions
MT CO2e Passenger 18,055 26,482
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Regional Climate Action Plan
58 Measure TR-2 Rural: Develop a robust public transit network in support of HCAOG’s Regional Transportation Plan to increase public transit mode share from 1% to 10% in rural areas and achieve a regional 13% public transit mode share by 2030.

Measure TR-2 Rural aims to increase rural incorporated and unincorporated regions of the county (i.e. Blue Lake, Ferndale, Rio Dell, Trinidad, and Unincorporated Humboldt County) public and shared transit mode share to 10 percent by 2030 and 15 percent by 2045. The primary Actions that enable this Measure are:
▪ Action TR-2a which directs the Regional Climate Committee to work with HCAOG and Humboldt Transit Authority (HTA) to implement initiatives in HCAOG’s Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) to achieve a 30-minute headway in rural areas;
▪ Action TR-2c, d which directs jurisdictions to work with HCAOG to conduct a feasibility study for micro transit programs to enhance public transit use and develop a micro-mobility policy that establishes the process for implementing a micro-mobility program; and ▪ Action TR-2e which directs jurisdictions to require nonresidential and mixed-use developments to participate in Transportation Demand Management strategies such as shuttle services or pretax commute benefits; and ▪ Action TR-2i which commits the Regional Climate Committee to direct a multi-jurisdictional staff position to support HCAOG and HTA in pursuing funding for expanding the transit network and prioritizing public transportation access in low-income communities.

Actions under Measure TR-2 Rural are designed to align with HCAOG’s RTP program, VROOM 2022- 2042. HCAOG’s VROOM 2022-2042 plan is the county-wide guiding long range regional planning document when it comes to public and active transportation implementation. Listed projects focus on aggressive mode share shift projects to achieve an aggregate public and active transportation mode share of 30 percent by 2030 and 40 percent by 2050. 79 As previously mentioned, HTA’s acquisition of 11 zero-emissions buses makes the shift to increased public transit mode share an even more attractive option for reducing GHG emissions.80 Consistent with the RTP, a majority of VMT reductions will come from land use changes and infrastructure improvement projects to aid the expansion of HTA services and prioritize neighboring city and rural interconnectivity improvement projects. To achieve these reductions, the rural areas will need to work collaboratively with the employment centers of the county to implement mutually beneficial projects found in the RTP.

In 2022, rural areas had a weighted average regional public transit mode share of 0.96 percent. 81 Urbanized areas have shown that increasing investment can significantly raise public mode transit mode share (See Measure TR-2 Urban for more information). As previously mentioned, key strategies employed by these cities include significant expansions of transit service lines, designated 79 For a full list of the projects please see the Connected 2050 plan. Accessed here:
https://www.hcaog.net/sites/default/files/vroom_2022-2042_full_report_0.pdf 80 Humboldt Transit Authority (HTA). 2024. Expanding Transit Services and Introducing Zero-Emission Fleets on the North Coast.

Available at: https://hta.org/projects-tircp/
81 US Census Bureau. 2022: ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex. Accessed at:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST5Y2022.S0801?q=Humboldt%20County,%20California&t=Commuting&g=160XX00US0602476,06230 42,0625296
Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 59 streets or lanes for bus lines to decrease headways, implementation of taxes to support transit, reduced parking availability, and user taxes.

While these core strategies typically result in increased public transit mode share, more rural areas may not experience comparably significant benefits. Rural communities make up 68 percent of road miles in the United States, these areas are often underfunded such that only 36 percent have access to airline, rail, and bus transportation services.82 To increase rural mode shift to public transportation, access needs to be increased, and transit use must be more convenient. Effective communication, especially communication that takes advantage of new and emerging technologies to accurately and easily disseminate trip planning and real-time status information, is a strong factor in helping customers decide to use transit for business or leisure trips.83 Action TR-2a focuses on supporting the implementation of infrastructure and technology improvements that would improve access and convenience to public transit for rural communities.

Strategies such as expansion of fixed-route systems, a core strategy for urban centers, may not pose the best solution on its own as compared to leaning on other solutions for public transit, such as ondemand or micro transit options.84,85 Many cities in California and throughout the Country have been conducting micro-transit projects for several years and the number of projects is continuing to grow due to their success.
86, 87 Further, CAPCOA’s Handbook found several studies that micro transit programs such as bike and scooter share can reduce VMT and improve access to public transit thereby increasing mode shift to public transit.88Recently HCAOG in collaboration with HTA and a community based partner received a grant for $2.6 million to expand transit options throughout an unincorporated community of Humboldt, McKinleyville, by piloting an on-demand micro transit program that would offer in-town trips and connections to intercity buses. It is anticipated that this program may serve as a model for other areas in the region that have potential for infill but do not have the population density for a fixed-route transit 89 Action TR-2c directs jurisdictions to work with HCAOG and HTA to conduct a feasibility study for implementing micro transit programs in other parts of the county, using information gained from the McKinleyville pilot program to inform effectiveness of such a program. Based on the feasibility study and if determined that micro transit could be a solution, jurisdictions would develop a micro-mobility policy through Action TR-2d that would establish the framework for implementing a micro-mobility program the community.
82 U.S. Department of Transportation. 2023. The Critical Role of Rural Communities in the U.S. Transportation System. Available at:
https://www.transportation.gov/rural/grant-toolkit/critical-role-rural-communities 83 https://transitleadership.org/docs/TLS-WP-Improving-the-Customer-Experience.pdf 84 Cities Today. 2021. Public transit in rural communities is extremely inefficient — this data tells us how to change that. Available at:
https://cities-today.com/industry/public-transit-rural-communities-extremely-inefficient-data-change/ 85 Smart Growth America. 2023. An Active Roadmap: Best Practices in Rural Mobility. Available at: https://smartgrowthamerica.org/wpcontent/uploads/2023/07/SGA-Rural-Transportation-Field-Scan_Final_7.27.pdf 86 https://www.apta.com/research-technical-resources/mobility-innovation-hub/microtransit/ 87 https://transweb.sjsu.edu/research/2249-Demand-Responsive-Transportation-Shared-Mobility 88 California Air Pollution Control Officers Association (CAPCOA). 2021. Handbook for Analyzing Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductio ns, Assessing Climate Vulnerabilities, and Advancing Health and Equity. Accessed at:
https://www.airquality.org/ClimateChange/Documents/Final%20Handbook_AB434.pdf 89 HCAOG. 2023. HCAOG and Partners Awarded $2.6 million Grant for Community Based Housing and Transportation. Accessed at:
https://kymkemp.com/2023/10/18/hcaog-and-partners-awarded-2-6-million-grant-for-community-based-housing-and-transportation/ Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
60 In recognition of the need for varied transportation methods throughout the county, HCAOG’s VROOM 2022-2042 sets goals and projects for expanding on-demand and micro transit infrastructure in addition to public transit to meet the 30 percent mode alternative transit goal by 2030. Therefore, by aligning the Actions for Measure TR-2 Rural with the RTP and partnering with HCAOG, it is anticipated that rural regions will be able to meet the goal of 10 percent public transit mode share by 2030. An increase in public transportation mode share to 10 percent in rural areas equates to a 3 percent passenger VMT reduction. This is conservative compared with the VMT reduction target of 15 percent from baseline conditions used for the VMT Significance Threshold established by the County in compliance with SB 743.Table 23 shows the parameters and data sources that support the GHG emission reductions associated with reducing vehicle miles traveled through rural public transit mode share and Table 24 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 8 through 8.2.

Public Transit Mode Share Equations
Equation 8 CO2e Reductioni,y= VMT Reducedi,y*VMT EFi,y
Equation 8.1 VMT Reducedi,y= ((VMTi,y*Propj)-VMTactive)*TPMi,y*TLi*MS Increasepublic,y Equation 8.2 MS Increasepublic,y=MS Targetpublic,y-MSpublic,by Table 23 Public Transit Mode Share Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 8
CO2e Reductioni,y VMT GHG emission
reductions
See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
VMT Reducedi,y VMT reduced See calculation
table
miles Calculated
VMT EFi,y VMT emission factor See calculation
table
MT CO2e/mile See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Equation 8.1
VMTi,y Forecasted VMT
after active
transportation
reductions
See calculation
able
miles See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Propj Proportion of total
regional VMT
See calculation
able
miles See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
VMTactive,y VMT reduction from
active transportation
targets
See calculation
able
miles Calculated (See Measures TR-1)
TPMi,y Forecasted trips per
mile
See calculation
table
trips/mile See references in Appendix GHG
Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
TLi Average public
transit trip length

3.8 miles American Public Transportation
Association’s Public
Transportation Fact Book1,2
MS IncreasePublic,y Public transit mode
share increase
See calculation
table
percentage Calculated
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 61 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
i VMT type Passenger – –
y Year 2030 or 2045 – –
j County subregion Urban or Rural – –
Equation 8.2
MS TargetPublic,y Public transit mode
share target
– percentage –
MS
TargetPublic,2030
Public transit mode
share target (2030)
10% percentage Based on rural strategies for
public transportation3,4 and
alignment with regional RTP.5
MS
TargetPublic,2045
Public transit mode
share target (2045)
15% percentage
MSPublic,by Public transit mode
share in baseline
year

0.96% percentage US Census Bureau5,6
by Baseline year 2022 year See references in Appendix GHG Inventory, Forecast, and Targets
Technical Report
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

2. Note: Regular bus trip length was utilized to remain conservative.

3. Cities Today. 2021. Public transit in rural communities is extremely inefficient — this data tells us how to change that. Available at:
https://cities-today.com/industry/public-transit-rural-communities-extremely-inefficient-data-change/

4. Smart Growth America. 2023. An Active Roadmap: Best Practices in Rural Mobility. Available at:
https://smartgrowthamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/SGA-Rural-Transportation-Field-Scan_Final_7.27.pdf

5. Humboldt County Association of Governments (HCAOG). Regional Transportation Plan, VROOM 2022 -2042. Available at:
https://www.hcaog.net/sites/default/files/vroom_2022-2042_full_report_0.pdf

6. US Census Bureau. 2022: ACS 5-Year Estimates Subject Tables. S0801|Commuting Characteristics by Sex. Accessed at:
https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST5Y2022.S0801?q=Humboldt%20County,%20California&t=Commuting&g=160XX00US0602476, 0623042,0625296

7. Weighted average public transit mode share estimated based on mode shares provided by U.S. Census data for Blue Lake, (2.6%), Ferndale (0.0%), Rio Dell (0.0%), Trinidad (0.0%), and Unincorporated Humboldt County (0.57%) and their respective VMT contributions as reported in the Humboldt Regional 2022 GHG Inventory.

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Regional Climate Action Plan
62 Table 24 Public Transit Mode Share GHG Emission Reduction Calculations Variable Definition Units VMT Type 2030 2045
Equation 8.2
MS TargetPublic Public transit mode share
target
percentage Passenger 10.00% 15.00%
MS
IncreasePublic
Public transit mode share
increase
percentage Passenger 9.04% 14.04%
Equation 8.1
VMT Forecasted VMT after active
transportation reductions
miles Passenger 2,308,368,699 2,532,201,389
Propurban Proportion of total regional
VMT
Percentage Passenger 69.23% 69.23%
VMTactive VMT reduction from active
transportation targets
miles Passenger 3,576,953 17,072,304
TPM Forecasted trips per mile trips/mile Passenger 0.121980 0.124294 VMT Reduced VMT reduced miles Passenger 66,822,406 115,129,048 Equation 8
VMT EF VMT emission factor MT CO2e/mile Passenger 0.000302 0.000258 CO2e Reduction VMT GHG emission
reductions
MT CO2e Passenger 20,180 29,703
Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 63 Measure TR-3: Reduce regional VMT by increasing promotion of mixed-use development in infill priority areas in alignment with HCAOG’s baseline connectivity score included in the RTP.

Measure TR-3 aims to encourage mixed-use development in designated infill priority areas within incorporated cities, aligning with the baseline connectivity score identified in HCAOG’s VROOM 2022-2042.90 Promoting mixed-use development in infill areas supports efficient land use by combining residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, which can reduce traffic congestion, lower transportation-related emissions, and dissuade regional sprawl. Such efforts are already underway in the City of Arcata which recently approved a final draft of the Gateway Area Plan which establishes long-range planning for high-density housing and mixed-use developments.91 This measure enhances community livability by supporting the development of walkable neighborhoods with easy access to essential services and amenities. By aligning with the initiatives outlined in the RTP, the infill projects will be strategically planned to increase connectivity and accessibility. Though this measure will aid in reducing regional VMT and associated GHG emissions, reductions from this Measure are not quantified due to complex indirect impacts and high risk of double counting with other RCAP Measures (see Measures TR-1 and TR-2). 90 Humboldt County Association of Governments (HCAOG). Regional Transportation Plan, VROOM 2022 -2042. Available at:
https://www.hcaog.net/sites/default/files/vroom_2022-2042_full_report_0.pdf 91 Lost Coast Outpost. 2024. ‘This is a Major Milestone’: Arcata Planning Commission Passes Final Draft of Gateway Area Plan. Available at: https://lostcoastoutpost.com/2024/may/15/major-milestone-arcata-planners-pass-final-draft-g/ Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
64 Measure TR-4: Develop and implement regional mobility hubs and ZEV carshare programs to support mode shift from single occupancy vehicles.

Measure TR-4 focuses on creating regional mobility hubs and implementing ZEV car-share programs to encourage a shift away from single-occupancy vehicle use. This measure aims to enhance transportation options across urban and rural communities, making it easier for residents to choose sustainable and efficient modes of travel. Regional mobility hubs integrate various transportation services, such as public transit, bike-sharing, and car-sharing, in a single location to provide convenience and increase connections between different modes of travel.92,93 The introduction of ZEV car-share programs further supports this initiative by offering clean transportation alternatives, reducing the reliance on fossil fuels. While the GHG emission reductions from this measure are not quantified in the RCAP due to the complexity of directly attributing these reductions and risk of double counting with other Measures in the RCAP, it plays a critical role in increasing access to alternative, more sustainable forms of transportation and reducing overall vehicle emissions. 92 Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG). Mobility Hub Design Guidance. Available at:
https://www.sacog.org/planning/transportation/innovative-mobility-program/mobility-hubs 93 CoMoUK. Mobility Hubs Overview and benefits. Available at: https://www.como.org.uk/mobility-hubs/overview-and-benefits Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 65 Measure TR-5: Require commercial and industrial employers with 25 employees or more to develop a Transportation Demand Management plan.

Measure TR-5 commits jurisdictions, particularly high employment areas, to require that commercial and industrial employers with 25 or more employees create a Transportation Demand Management (TDM) plan. This measure aims to lower GHG emissions and better accommodate employees living far from their place of work by further incentivizing alternative commuting options through employer-based subsidies for alternative modes of travel, which can also reduce their commuting costs. TDM plans can include strategies such as promoting carpooling, offering public transit incentives, supporting telecommuting, and providing facilities for cycling and walking.

Employer-based TDM plans with these types of strategies which combine incentives with improved commute alternatives can lead to a 25 percent reduction in employee trips.94 By requiring these plans, Measure TR-5 encourages employers to actively participate in reducing their transportation footprint, improving air quality, and enhancing the overall efficiency of the transportation network.

While the GHG emission reductions from this Measure are not quantified in the RCAP due to the challenges in measuring individual employer contributions, it has been included to support the RCAP goals as an effective means to reduce transportation sector emissions. 94 U.S. Department of Transportation. 2020. 10. Known Effectiveness of TDM Strategies. Available at:
https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/publications/fhwahop12035/chap10.htm Humboldt Region
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66 Measure TR-6: Decarbonize 15% of passenger vehicle miles traveled by 2030 and 100% by 2045 through increased adoption of low and zero-emission vehicles and development of a regional electric vehicle charging and hydrogen fueling network.

Measure TR-6 aims to increase passenger zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) adoption across the county through increased ZEV adoption and implementation of hydrogen hubs as an alternative to electric ZEVs. The state has established a goal of putting 5 million ZEVs on the road by 2030 and, according to executive order N-79-20, 100 percent of passenger vehicle sales are to be zero emission by 2035.

This new executive order puts the total number of ZEVs on the road by 2035 at approximately 15 million.95 Based on the current number of vehicles registered in California and a 2% growth rate per year, 15 million ZEVs accounts for 35% of total passenger vehicles in 2035. Currently, the State is only anticipated to reach a 26 percent ZEV adoption rate by 2030,96,97 Though jurisdictions in Humboldt are expected to aid in aligning regional ZEV adoption with state goals, Humboldt’s electricity infrastructure98,99 and rural nature poses challenges with matching the State’s goals or anticipated ZEV market rate. In recognition of these challenges as well as the pressing need to decarbonize the transportation sector, Measure TR-6 sets a conservative goal of 15 percent ZEV adoption by 2030 and 100 percent by 2045. While Measure TR-6 focuses on ZEVs, hybrids also pose a viable option for interim GHG reduction of on-road transportation. However, legislative reductions from hybrid use are largely captured in the forecast of the RCAP, therefore it is more conservative to exclude hybrid-specific targets to avoid double-counting these reductions. Furthermore, California's manufacturing legislation will mean no fossil-fueled cars will be manufactured in the state after 2035, reinforcing the long-term focus on ZEVs. The primary Actions that are designed to drive these investments and enable this Measure include:
▪ Action TR-6b which commits the Regional Climate Committee to develop a streamlined EV infrastructure permitting process and ordinance which can be utilized as a template for jurisdictions to utilize and adopt;
▪ Action TR-6c which commits the Regional Climate Committee to working with local jurisdictions to modify the Municipal code to promote EV charger access in new developments, redevelopment and existing parking spaces;
95 Susan Carpenter. Spectrum News 1. October 2020. What it will take to get 100% EV sales in California. Accessed at:
https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/la-west/transportation/2020/10/05/what-it-will-take-to-sell-100--evs-in-california 96 Crisostomo, Noel et al. Assembly Bill 2127 Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Assessment: Analyzing Charging Needs to Support Zero-Emission Vehicles in 2030. Accessed at: Calmatters.org/environment/2023/03/california-electric-carsdemographics/?utm_id=91724&sfmc_id=4863450. 97 Based on the zero-emission vehicle goals for passenger vehicles established by Executive Order N-79-20, eight million zero-emission vehicles are anticipated statewide by 2030. Humboldt calculated that these eight million zero-emission vehicles represent 26 percent of the total passenger vehicles expected statewide by 2030 (based on statewide passenger car and light-duty truck counts in 2016 and population estimates for 2016 and 2030).
98 According to the CEC’s electric vehicle charger 2025 capacity planning tool, the regional capacity varies considerably across the county, with some areas anticipated to have negative capacity (aka the projected electric capacity is not anticipated to support the modeled EV load).
99 California Energy Commission (CEC). 2024. EVSE Deployment and Grid Evaluation (EDGE) Tool (version 1.0). Available at:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/6aaadc11586447aaaeab2a473947ad07#data_s=id%3AdataSource_2 -189e1db67fd-layer3%3A39 Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 67 ▪ Action TR-6f which establishes an EV Monthly Bill Discount Program with additional discount opportunities for low-income households aimed at reducing cost barriers to EV adoption; ▪ Action TR-6g which directs the Regional Climate Committee to work with RCEA to expand home and public ZEV fueling/charging infrastructure in alignment with goals established in RCEA’s REPower Humboldt Plan; and
▪ Action TR-6j which commits the Regional Climate Committee to lead the development of a Hydrogen Vehicle Infrastructure Implementation Plan for public access by 2030 in collaboration with HCAOG and the incorporated cities.

Action TR-4g directs the jurisdictions to work with RCEA to install publicly accessible EV chargers needed to support RCEA’s ZEV infrastructure goals. According to the REPower Plan, RCEA aims to install sufficient charging infrastructure to support 22,000 EVs by 2030.100 This effort will be supported by RCEA’s goals to increase regional electricity capacity and infrastructure discussed in Measure BE-1, as well as State strategies to build new, and upgrade aging, transmission and distribution infrastructure to support the transition to renewable energy.101 This Action focuses on public EV chargers because studies have consistently found that limited charging infrastructure is one of the primary barriers to electric vehicle adoption.102, 103 Publicly accessible EV chargers make owning an electric vehicle convenient for all drivers—including those who cannot charge at home or drive daily distances longer than their electric vehicle battery range. According to a recent study on public charging infrastructure needs, it is expected that 20 percent of EV charging nationally will occur at publicly accessible chargers in 2030.104 This Action’s quantification is based on the U.S.

Department of Energy’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Projection Tool outputs for the State of California.
105 The tool is used to calculate the number of publicly accessible EV chargers needed in the region to support a 15 percent passenger ZEV adoption in 2030 and a 100 percent passenger ZEV adoption in 2045. Though Measure TR-6 seeks to establish a hydrogen industry in the region to support adoption of hydrogen fuel vehicles, further development needs to occur to develop infrastructure capacity targets before GHG reductions can be substantially quantified from hydrogen passenger vehicles. Currently, key components of this infrastructure in the region include the HTA hydrogen fueling station, contracted to supply fuel to the public but still awaiting construction,106 and the hydrogen production facility to be constructed located in Red Bluff within the Redding 100 Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA). 2019. REPower Humboldt (2019 Update). Available at: https://redwoodenergy.org/wpcontent/uploads/2020/06/RePower-2019-Update-FINAL-.pdf 101 Governor Gavin Newsom. 2023. Building the Electricity Grid of the Future: California’s Clean Energy Transition Plan. Availabl e at:
https://www.gov.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/CAEnergyTransitionPlan.pdf 102 Kumar, Rajeev Ranjan and Kumar Alok. Adoption of Electric Vehicle: A Literature Review and Prospects for Sustainability (2020 ).

Accessed at: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S095965261934781X. 103 Winjobi, Olumide and Kelly, Jarod. Used Plug-in Electric Vehicles as a Means of Transportation Equity in Low-Income Households (2021). Accessed at: https://www.osti.gov/biblio/1658592. 104 Kampshoff, Philipp et al. Building the Electric-Vehicle Charging Infrastructure America Needs (2022). Accessed at:
https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/public-sector/our-insights/building-the-electric-vehicle-charging-infrastructure-america-needs. 105 U.S. Department of Energy. Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Projection Tool (EVI-Pro) Lite. Accessed at: https://afdc.energy.gov/evi-prolite. 106 Humboldt Transit Authority. 2024. Expanding Transit Services and Introducing Zero-Emission Fleets on the North Coast. Available at:
https://hta.org/projects-tircp/
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68 Rancheria.
107 Given these factors, the quantification assumes all ZEVs will be EVs to remain conservative.

Table 25 shows the parameters and data sources used to calculate the publicly accessible EV chargers needed in 2030 and 2045 with the Department of Energy’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Projection Tool and Table 26 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 9 through 9.2.

Publicly Accessible Electric Vehicle Chargers Equation
Equation 9 PEV Chargersy = Region PEV Chargersy*(EVsy/(Region EVsy)-Existing PEV Chargersby
Equation 9.1 EVsy=Populationy*(Vehiclesby/Populationby)*EV TargetPass,y Equation 9.2 Region EVsy=Region Vehiclesy*EV TargetPass,y Table 25 Publicly Accessible Electric Vehicle Charger Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 9
PEV
Chargersy
New publicly accessible
electric vehicle chargers
needed in Humboldt
See
calculation
table
chargers Calculated
Region EV
Chargersy
Regional electric vehicle
chargers needed
See
calculation
table
electric vehicles Estimated using the Electric
Vehicle Infrastructure
Projection Tool public
charger outputs for the
State with the Region EVs2030
value as the input.
1 EVsy Electric vehicles targeted in
Humboldt
See
calculation
table
electric vehicles Calculated
Region EVsy Regional electric vehicles
targeted
See
calculation
table
electric vehicles Calculated
Existing EV
Chargersby
Existing publicly accessible
electric vehicle chargers in
Humboldt
127 chargers PlugShare2
y Year 2030 or
2045
year –
by Baseline year 2022 year –
Equation 9.1
Populationy Forecasted population in
region
See
calculation
table
people See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
Vehiclesby Vehicles in baseline year in
region
109,772 vehicles California Department of
Motor Vehicles3
107 KRCR. 2024. Redding Rancheria to build green hydrogen facility off I-5. Available at: https://krcrtv.com/news/local/reddingrancheria-to-build-green-hydrogen-facility-off-i-5 Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 69 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Populationby Population in baseline year
in Humboldt
136,132 people See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
EV
TargetPass,y
Electric vehicle adoption
target
See
calculation
table
percentage Targeted zero-emission
vehicle adoption for
Measure TR-4.

Equation 9.2
Region
Vehiclesy
Regional vehicles 33,167,900 vehicles Electric Vehicle
Infrastructure Projection
Tool value for the State1
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

1. U.S. Department of Energy. Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Projection Tool (EVI-Pro) Lite. Accessed at: https://afdc.energy.gov/evipro-lite.

2. PlugShare. EV Charging in Pinole, CA. Accessed at: https://www.plugshare.com/directory/us/california/pinole.

3. California Department of Motor Vehicles. 2022. Vehicles Registered By County. Accessed at: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmvresearch-reports/research-development-data-dashboards/vehicles-registered-by-county/ Table 26 Publicly Accessible Electric Vehicle Charger Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Units 2030 2045
Equation 9.2
EV TargetPass,y Zero-emission vehicle adoption
target
percentage 15% 100%
Region EVsy Regional electric vehicles targeted electric vehicles 4,975,185 33,167,900 Equation 9.1
Populationy Forecasted population in Humboldt people 143,556 157,476 EVsy Electric vehicles targeted in
Humboldt
electric vehicles 17,364 126,983
Equation 9
PEV Chargersy New publicly accessible electric
vehicle chargers needed in
Humboldt
chargers 388 9,154
Through public-private funding and partnerships, the Humboldt jursidictions will need to install a collective 388 publicly accessible EV chargers by 2030 and 9,154 publicly accessible EV chargers by 2045. This is estimated to support 17,364 EVs, a more conservative target installation compared to the goals defined by RCEA. These ZEVs will also be supported by private electric vehicle chargers in new developments and existing buildings.

While jurisdictions cannot require residents to buy and use ZEVs rather than gasoline or dieselpowered vehicles, the Regional Climate Committee will support each jurisdiction in the region of Humboldt to incentivize this behavior change and support this level of ZEV adoption. Providing 388 additional public electric vehicle chargers is in line with other counties in California, such as Alameda, Santa Clara, and Marin counties and consistent with state legislation assessing the gap to needed ZEV charging infrastructure.108 Buildout of EV infrastructure will be further supported by Actions to identify and obtain funding for increasing publicly available charging stations and 108
AB 2127 directs the CEC to assess needed charging infrastructure from which the number of chargers in the County was inferred .

Accessed here: https://www.energy.ca.gov/programs-and-topics/programs/electric-vehicle-charging-infrastructure-assessment-ab-2127 Humboldt Region
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70 infrastructure, expand incentive programs for at home electric vehicle chargers, and streamline the installation permitting process. These local actions along with new federal and state funding will help cover the upfront costs to purchasing an electric vehicle and installing the equipment or infrastructure upgrades needed to charge an electric vehicle at home as high costs are one of the barriers to electric vehicle adoption for low-income households.109 Table 27 shows the parameters and data sources that support GHG emission reductions from the zero-emission vehicle adoption and Table 28 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 10 through 10.2.

Passenger Zero-emission Vehicle Adoption Equations
Equation 10 CO2e ReductionVMT,i,y=(VMT ReducedICE,i,y*EFVMT,i,y)-(Elec Convertedi,y* EFelec,i,y*(1+LT&D))
Equation 10.1 Elec Convertedi,y =VMT ReducedICE,i,y*EPMZEV,i,y Equation 10.2 VMT ReducedICE,i,y=(VMTi,y-VMTalt,i,y)*(ZEV Adoptioni,y-ZEV Adoption Baselinei,y) Table 27 Passenger Zero-emission Vehicle Adoption Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 10
CO2e
ReductionVMT,I,y
VMT GHG emission reductions See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
VMT
ReducedICE,I,y
Internal combustion engine
VMT reduced
See calculation
table
miles Calculated
EFVMT,I,y Forecasted VMT emission
factor
See calculation
table
MT CO2e/mile See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
Elec Convertedi,y Electricity from zero-emission
vehicle conversion
See calculation
table
kWh Calculated
EFelec,I,y Forecasted residential
electricity emission factor
See calculation
table
MT
CO2e/kWh
See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
LT&D Electricity transmission and
distribution loss percentage

5.10% Percentage See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
i VMT type Passenger – –
y Year 2030 or 2045 – –
Equation 10.1
EPMZEV,I,y Forecasted electricity usage
per mile of zero-emission
vehicles
See calculation
table
kWh/mile See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
Equation 10.2
109 Gaillard, Isa. Ingredients for Equitable Electrification: Analyzing Equity in Statewide Electric Vehicle Rebate Programs (202 2). Accessed at: https://greenlining.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Greenlining-Ingredients-Equitable-Transportation-WebFINAL.pdf.

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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 71 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
VMTi,y Forecasted total VMT See calculation
table
miles See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
VMTalt,i,y VMT reduction from
alternative transit methods
See calculation
table
miles See Measures TR-1 and TR-2
ZEV Adoptioni,y Zero-emission vehicle
adoption target
See calculation
table
percentage Conservative based on RCEA
goals1 and enabled by 388
new publicly accessible
chargers (Table 26).

1. Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA). 2019. REPower Humboldt (2019 Update). Available at: https://redwoodenergy.org/wpcontent/uploads/2020/06/RePower-2019-Update-FINAL-.pdf Table 28 Passenger Zero-emission Vehicle Adoption GHG Emission Reduction Calculations
Variable Definition Units VMT Type 2030 2045
Equation 10.2
VMTi,y Forecasted total VMT miles Passenger 2,308,368,699 2,532,201,389 VMTalt,i,y VMT reduction from
alternative transit methods
miles Passenger 133,982,460 244,898,141
ZEV Adoptioni,y Zero-emission vehicle adoption
target
percentage Passenger 15.00% 100.00%
ZEV Adoption
Baselinei,y
Zero-emission vehicle adoption
baseline
percentage Passenger 6.31% 9.54%
VMT ReducedICE,I,y Internal combustion engine
VMT reduced
miles Passenger 188,954,164 2,287,303,248
Equation 10.1
EPMZEV,I,y Forecasted electricity usage
per mile of zero-emission
vehicles
kWh/mile Passenger 0.3684 0.3692
Elec Convertedi,y Electricity from zero-emission
vehicle conversion
kWh Passenger 69,610,147 844,504,381
Equation 10
EFVMT,I,y Forecasted VMT emission
factor
MT
CO2e/mile
Passenger 0.0003020 0.0002580
EFelec,I,y Forecasted electricity emission
factor
MT
CO2e/kWh
Passenger 0.0000183 0.0000000
CO2e ReductionVMT VMT GHG emission reductions MT CO2e Passenger 55,726 590,124 Humboldt Region
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72 Measure TR-7: Increase commercial zero-emission vehicle use and adoption to 10% by 2030 and 100% by 2045 through a regional charging network and development of hydrogen hubs.

Measure TR-7 aims to increase commercial ZEV adoption across the county through increased EV adoption and implementation of hydrogen hubs as an alternative to electric ZEVs. Commercial VMT includes medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) vehicles and trucks. The primary Actions that are designed to drive these investments and enable this Measure include:
▪ Action TR-7a which directs the Regional Climate Committee to work with RCEA and Schatz Energy Research Center (SERC) to refine and implement the North Coast Medium-Duty/HeavyDuty Zero Emission Vehicle Readiness Blueprint for Humboldt County; ▪ Actions TR-7b which involves engaging employers and business fleet owners regarding Advanced Clean Fleet requirements, funding opportunities, and identification of opportunities for accelerated conversion to ZEVs and ZEV infrastructure build-out; and ▪ Action TR-7e which will secure funding from state and federal sources to increase ZEV procurement as well as expand charging/fueling infrastructure.

As the forecast included in the RCAP incorporates impacts from the Innovative Clean Transit regulation which requires 100 percent zero emission bus fleets by 2040, consideration of public transit ZEV targets and HTA’s acquisition of 11 ZEV buses is not included in this Measure to avoid double counting of emissions reductions. These commercial VMT targets are in line with the State’s goals and regulations for MDHD vehicles. California is working towards achieving Executive Order (EO) N-79-20, which aims to reach a 100 percent zero-emission drayage truck population by 2035 and 100 percent zero-emission MDHD vehicle population by 2045. To reach these goals, CARB has adopted the Advanced Clean Trucks regulation which regulates the sale of MDHD vehicles in California and the Advanced Clean Fleets regulation which regulates the purchase and use of zeroemission MDHD vehicles in public and private fleets in California. These regulations have increasing requirements for zero-emission MDHD vehicle sales and use to mandate the phase-in of commercial ZEVs. For example, by 2030, the Advanced Clean Fleets regulation requires 10 percent of sleeper cab tractors and specialty vehicles, 25 percent of pickup trucks and day cab tractors, and 50 percent of box trucks, vans, and package delivery vehicles in a fleet to be zero-emission.

According to the North Coast Medium-Duty and Heavy-Duty ZEV Blueprint Plan110 developed by RCEA in collaboration with SERC, the target 10 percent commercial fleet ZEV adoption aligns the region to comply with the State’s goals, with primary method of replacement being based on estimated end-of life. As part of the Blueprint, the energy required to achieve the States mandates through either electric charging stations or hydrogen fueling stations was estimated. The Blueprint recognizes that a major barrier in Humboldt County is electricity infrastructure but has identified several strategies to work with the utility to overcome this barrier. Working with PG&E to determine the necessary infrastructure needs to support a fully built-out fleet and planning ahead with interconnection applications will be necessary to accelerate utility interconnection. Further, Highway 101 that runs through Humboldt is a proposed electric fuel corridor for Round 2 eligibility of California's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Funding Program, a program funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to advance ZEV infrastructure along interstates and 110 Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA). 2023. North Coast Medium-Duty and Heavy-Duty ZEV Blueprint Plan. Provided by the County via SharePoint on March 15, 2023.

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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 73 national highways.111 If the portion of Highway that runs through Humboldt is eligible for California round 2 of NEVI funding, this would further support the transition of commercial vehicles to ZEVs in the region.

By also investing in hydrogen refueling infrastructure, the region is able to better diversify the fleets and continue to move towards fleet ZEV transition even with electricity infrastructure barriers. HTA is already working on building a new hydrogen fueling station that is expected to be operational in 2025.110 To support this transition, Measure TR-7 includes Actions that focus on funding for, and education of, commercial ZEVs, workforce development, and engaging with fleet owners and business owners that are subject to the Statesregulations. Table 29 shows the parameters and data sources that support the GHG emission reductions associated with commercial ZEVs and Table 30 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 11 through 11.2.

Commercial Zero-emission Vehicle Adoption Equations
Equation 11 CO2e ReductionVMT,i,y=(VMT ReducedICE,i,y*EFVMT,i,y)-(Elec Convertedi,y* EFelec,i,y*(1+LT&D))
Equation 11.1 Elec Convertedi,y =VMT ReducedICE,i,y*EPMZEV,i,y Equation 11.2 VMT ReducedICE,i,y=VMTi,y*(ZEV Adoptioni,y-ZEV Adoption Baselinei,y) Table 29 Commercial Zero-emission Vehicle Adoption Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 11
CO2e
ReductionVMT,I,y
VMT GHG emission reductions See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
VMT
ReducedICE,I,y
Internal combustion engine
VMT reduced
See calculation
table
miles Calculated
EFVMT,I,y Forecasted VMT emission
factor
See calculation
table
MT CO2e/mile See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
Elec
Convertedi,y
Electricity from zero-emission
vehicle conversion
See calculation
table
kWh Calculated
EFelec,I,y Forecasted residential
electricity emission factor
See calculation
table
MT
CO2e/kWh
See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
LT&D Electricity transmission and
distribution loss percentage

5.10% Percentage See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
i VMT type Nonresidential – –
y Year 2030 or 2045 – –
Equation 11.1
111 CalTrans, CEC. 2023. California’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastrucutre (NEVI) Formula Program. Acccessed at:
https://www.energy.ca.gov/programs-and-topics/programs/national-electric-vehicle-infrastructure-nevi-formula-program-0 Humboldt Region
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74 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
EPMZEV,I,y Forecasted electricity usage per
mile of zero-emission vehicles
See calculation
table
kWh/mile See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
Equation 11.2
VMTi,y Forecasted total VMT See calculation
table
miles See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
ZEV Adoptioni,y Zero-emission vehicle adoption
target
See calculation
table
percentage Targets that are consistent
with state regulations and
goals.

ZEV Adoption
Baselinei,y
Zero-emission vehicle adoption
baseline
See calculation
table
percentage See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows Table 30 Commercial Zero-emission Vehicle Adoption GHG Emission Reduction Calculations
Variable Definition Units VMT Type 2030 2045
Equation 11.2
VMTi,y Forecasted total VMT miles Commercial 297,601,835 326,459,019 ZEV Adoptioni,y Zero-emission vehicle
adoption target
percentage Commercial 10.00% 100.00%
ZEV Adoption
Baselinei,y
Zero-emission vehicle
adoption baseline
percentage Commercial 4.51% 28.46%
VMT ReducedICE,I,y Internal combustion engine
VMT reduced
miles Commercial 16,338,341 326,459,019
Equation 11.1
EPMZEV,I,y Forecasted electricity usage
per mile of zero-emission
vehicles
kWh/mile Commercial 1.1953 1.1264
Elec Convertedi,y Electricity from zeroemission vehicle conversionkWh Commercial 19,529,660 367,727,356 Equation 11
EFVMT,I,y Forecasted VMT emission
factor
MT
CO2e/mile
Commercial 0.0010910 0.0008570
EFelec,I,y Forecasted electricity
emission factor
MT
CO2e/kWh
Commercial 0.0000187 0.0000000
CO2e ReductionVMT VMT GHG emission
reductions
MT CO2e Passenger 17,441 279,775
Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 75 Measure TR-8: Electrify or otherwise decarbonize 12% of applicable SORE offroad equipment by 2030 and 100% by 2045 and replace fossil diesel consumption with renewable diesel in 55% of applicable large diesel in alignment with EO N-79-20 by 2030.

Measure TR-8 aims for the Humboldt region to decarbonize 12 percent of small off-road engine (SORE) use in the community by 2030 and 100 percent by 2045. Additionally, the Measure aims to replace 55 percent of fossil fuel consumption in large diesel off-road equipment with renewable diesel in alignment with recent CARB regulations. The primary Actionsthat enable this Measure are:
▪ Action TR-8a which commits the jurisdictions to align with and support CARB’s regulations requiring new sale small off-road equipment to be zero emission by 2024 in compliance with AB 1346, and phase 2 of the regulation affecting the manufacture and sale of larger scale equipment such as generators and pressure washers by 2028. ▪ Action TR-8b which directs the Regional Climate Committee to establish a regulatory pathway to enforce CARB’s In-Use Off-Road Diesel Fueled Fleets Regulation and Commercial Harbor Craft Regulation requiring that diesel vehicles over 25 horsepower to procure and only use R99 or R100 renewable diesel;
▪ Action TR-8d which commits the Regional Climate Committee to developing and managing an Off-road Equipment Replacement Program and Outreach Campaign that provides information and technical assistance on complying with the regulations and identifies funding sources to aid residents in replacing existing off-road equipment with zero emission alternatives; ▪ Action TR-8f which directs regional partners to develop private-public partnerships with renewable diesel producers and local fuel suppliers to bring more renewable diesel to the region to ensure there is enough fuel in the region to support compliance with the regulations.

The SORE regulation is phased such that it will impact the sale of most off-road vehicles and equipment with gasoline- and diesel-powered SOREs by no later than 2024. As defined by CARB, SORE are those equipment types with rated power at or below 19 kilowatts (i.e., 25 horsepower).

Typical off-road vehicle and equipment types that use these engines include lawn and garden equipment, portable generators, and pressure washers.
112 In 2030, gasoline and diesel used by
these SOREs will compromise over 12 percent of the off-road vehicle and equipment fuel used throughout Humboldt.
113 By promoting State regulations for limiting the sale of gasoline- and diesel-powered small off-road engines, and providing resources (i.e. information and incentives) for residents and businesses to replace their existing SORE equipment, the Actions have the potential to reduce approximately 12 percent of the community’s off-road fuel usage.

In 2022, CARB also approved amendments to the In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets Regulation that incorporates new requirements to use renewable diesel. Beginning January 1, 2024, all California fleets subject to this regulation are required to procure and only use R99 or R100 renewable diesel fuel in all vehicles subject to the Off‑Road Regulation, with some limited exceptions. This regulation applies to all self-propelled off-road diesel vehicles 25 horsepower or greater used in California and applies to vehicles that are rented or leased. Exceptions to the 112 California Air Resources Board (CARB). (2021) SORE Applicability Fact Sheet. Accessed at: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/resources/factsheets/sore-applicability-fact-sheet. 113 Humboldt region SORE fuel usage in 2030 was estimated based on attributions established in the Humboldt Regional 2022 GHG Inventory and by filtering CARB OFFROAD2021 model outputs for horsepower ratings less than or equal to 25. The results were divided by the total estimated off-road fuel usage in the Humboldt region in 2030 to estimate the share, or percentage, of fuel usage attributable to SOREs.

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76 regulation include locomotives, commercial marine vessels, marine engines, recreational offhighway vehicles, combat and tactical support equipment, stationary equipment, portable engines, equipment used exclusively for agricultural operations, implements husbandry, and off-road diesel vehicles owned and operated by an individual for personal, non-commercial and non-governmental purposes.114 Taking into account these exceptions, 72 percent of all diesel consumed in the county in 2030 and accounted for in the forecast as applicable equipment categories would be subject to the regulation. Further, amendments approved by CARB for the Commercial Harbor Craft Regulation in December of 2022 require that beginning in January 2023 all commercial harbor craft operated in the state must use R99 or R100 renewable diesel fuel.
115 Commercial harbor craft diesel
consumption subject to this regulation is forecasted to make up approximately 7 percent of all diesel consumed in the county in 2030. In total, with full compliance, these two regulations would effectively replace 79 percent of fossil diesel consumption by off-road equipment with renewable diesel by 2030. Renewable diesel that meets the required standards has an emissions factor that is approximately 70 percent lower than fossil-fuel diesel. 116
Action TR-8b directs the Regional Climate Committee to establish a pathway for enforcing and tracking regulatory compliance and developing a strategy to ensure resources in the region are adequate to allow fleets to be in compliance. Compliance with the regulations will be further supported by a communication and outreach program (Action TR-8d) and the development of public-private partnerships to bring more renewable diesel to the region to ensure local fuel suppliers are able to provide adequate amounts of renewable diesel to fleets subject to the regulation (Action TR-8f). The program will raise awareness of the regulations, provide information to community members and businesses regarding the benefits of electrifying equipment or using renewable diesel, identify funding opportunities for offroad decarbonization (e.g., CARB’s Clean Offroad Equipment Voucher Incentive Program), and provide information on local fuel suppliers with renewable diesel for sale.

Table 31 shows the parameters and data sources that support off-road ordinance GHG emission reductions and Table 32 shows the calculations as outlined in Equations 12 through 12.2.

Off-road Decarbonization Equations
Equation 12
CO2e Reductiony = (Fuel AvoidedSORE,y * Weighted EFy)+(Fuel ReplacedDiesel,y*(Weighted EFDiesel-EFRDiesel))
Equation 12.1 Weighted EFy = CO2e Emissionsy/(FuelGas, y + FuelDiesel, y + FuelNG, y) Equation 12.2 Fuel AvoidedSORE,y = (FuelGas, y + FuelDiesel, y + FuelNG, y) *TargetSORE,y Equation 12.3 Fuel ReplacedDiesel,y = (FuelDiesel, y *(1-TargetSORE,y))*TargetDiesel,y 114 California Air Resources Board (CARB). (2022). Final Regulation Order Amendments to Sections 2449, 2449.1, and 2449.2 Title 12, California Code of Regulations. Accessed at: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/barcu/regact/2022/off-roaddiesel/froa-1.pdf 115 California Air Resources Board (CARB). (2022) Commercial Harbor Craft Factsheet: Renewable Diesel (R100 or R99). Accessed at:
https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/resources/fact-sheets/chc-factsheet-renewable-diesel-r100-or-r99 116 CARB staff has reached out to several renewable diesel fuel producers and as of February 2023, is aware that renewable diesel produced byNeste meets the regulatory requirements and standards. Estimates in GHG emission reductions based on emission factors provided by Neste accessed at: https://www.neste.com/en-us/products-and-innovation/neste-my-renewable-diesel/product-information Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 77 Table 31 Off-road Decarbonization Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 12
CO2e
Reductionoffroad,y
Offroad fuel GHG emission
reductions
See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
Fuel AvoidedSORE,y Off-road fuel avoided from
applicable SORE
equipment
See calculation
table
gallons Calculated
Weighted EFy Weighted emission factor
for all off-road fuels
See calculation
table
MT
CO2e/gallon
See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical Report
Fuel ReplacedDiesel,y Off-road diesel replaced
from applicable diesel
equipment >25 hp
See calculation
table
gallons Calculated
EFRDiesel Emissions factor of
renewable diesel

0.00308 MT
CO2e/gallon
Neste (as recommended by
CARB)6
Weighted EFDiesel Emissions factor of fossil
fuel diesel

0.01050 MT
CO2e/gallon
Inventory
y Year 2030 or 2045 – –
Equation 12.1
CO2e Emissionsy Forecasted off-road GHG
emissions
See calculation
table
MT CO2e See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical Report
FuelGas,y Forecasted gasoline use See calculation
table
gallon See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical Report
FuelDiesel,y Forecasted diesel use See calculation
table
gallon See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical Report
FuelNG,y Forecasted natural gas use See calculation
table
gallon See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical Report
Equation 12.2
TargetSORE,y Fuel use reduction target
for all off-road fueles
See calculation
table
percentage –
TargetSORE,2030 Fuel use reduction target
(2030)
12% percentage OFFROAD20211,2 and
direction of state goals (i.e.,
EO N-79-20).3
TargetSORE,2045 Fuel use reduction target
(2045)
100% percentage Based on compliance with
state goals established by EO
N-79-20.

Equation 12.3
TargetDiesel,y Fuel replacement target
for diesel off-road fuels
See calculation
table
percentage –
TargetDiesel,2030 Fuel replacement target
(2030)
55% percentage OFFROAD20211,4 and CARB
applicable regulations
requiring renewable diesel
fuel use (i.e., In-Use Off-Road
Diesel-Fueled Fleets
Regulation and the
Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
78 Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Commercial harbor Craft
Regulation)5,6 and assuming
30% non-compliance
TargetDiesel,2045 Fuel replacement target
(2045)
100% percentage Based on compliance with
state goals established by EO
N-79-20.

Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

1. California Air Resources Board (CARB). 2024. Off-Road Emissions Inventory (OFFROAD2021). Available at:
https://arb.ca.gov/emfac/offroad/emissions-inventory/3f377c1f45fef7c154509eac6354b9086be9cdd9

2. Humboldt region SORE fuel usage in 2030 was estimated based on attributions established in the Humboldt Regional 2022 GHG Inventory and by filtering CARB OFFROAD2021 model outputs for horsepower ratings less than or equal to 25. The results were divided by the total estimated off-road fuel usage in the Humboldt region in 2030 to estimate the share, or percentage, of fuel usage attributable to SOREs.

3. California Air Resources Board (CARB). SORE Applicability Fact Sheet (2021). Accessed at: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/resources/factsheets/sore-applicability-fact-sheet.

4. Humboldt region diesel fuel usage in 2030 was estimated based on attributions established in the Humboldt Regional 2022 GHG Inventory and by filtering CARB OFFROAD2021 model outputs for horsepower ratings greater than or equal to 25 and for equipment categories subject to the In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets Regulation. Commercial Harbor Craft was also included because it is also subject to renewable diesel usage under the Commercial Harbor Craft regulation. The results were divided by the total estimated off-road diesel usage in the Humboldt region in 2030 to estimate the share, or percentage, of fuel usage subject to the In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets Regulationand Commercial Harbor Craft regulation which accounted for 79% of all diesel fuel use. It was assumed 30% non-compliance resulting in a target of 55%.

5. California Air Resources Board (CARB). (2022). Final Regulation Order Amendments to Sections 2449, 2449.1, and 2449.2 Title 1 2, California Code of Regulations. Accessed at: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/barcu/regact/2022/off-roaddiesel/froa1.pdf

6. California Air Resources Board (CARB). (2022) Commercial Harbor Craft Factsheet: Renewable Diesel (R100 or R99). Accessed at:
https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/resources/fact-sheets/chc-factsheet-renewable-diesel-r100-or-r99 Table 32 Off-road Decarbonization GHG Emission Reduction Calculations Variable Definition Units 2030 2045
Equation 12.1
CO2e Emissionsy Forecasted off-road GHG emissions MT CO2e 129,836 139,645 FuelGas,y Forecasted gasoline use gallons 3,202,801 3,625,989 FuelDiesel,y Forecasted diesel use gallons 9,348,454 9,908,708 FuelNG,y Forecasted natural gas use gallons 418,808 430,298 Weighted EFy Weighted fuel emission factor MT CO2e/gallon 0.010010 0.010000 Equation 12.2
TargetSORE,y Fuel use reduction target for all off-road fuels
percentage 12% 100%
Fuel AvoidedSORE,y Off-road fuel avoided from applicable SORE equipment
gallons 1,556,408 13,964,996
Equation 12.3
TargetDiesel,y Fuel use reduction target for all off-road fuels
percentage 55% 100%
Fuel ReplacedDiesel,y Off-road fuel replaced from applicable diesel equipment >25 hp
gallons 4,524,652 0
Equation 12
CO2e ReductionFuel Fuel GHG emission reductions MT CO2e 49,143 139,645 Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 79 Measure TR-9: Establish Humboldt as a pilot program for the decarbonization of the transportation sector to help drive state and philanthropic investment throughout Humboldt.

Measure TR-9 aims to position the region as a pilot program for the decarbonization of rural transportation emissions by establishing a regional vision for rural transportation which incorporates relevant Measure efforts outlined in this report and attracting state117 and philanthropic investment118,119 to support this initiative. The decarbonization of rural transportation can pose a variety of challenges (e.g. longer average travel distances, more vehicles per household, lower average income, etc)120which are further exacerbated, or driven by, the longterm underinvestment in rural communities.121 Establishing the region as a rural decarbonized transportation pilot program will drive increased investment in rural communities through a collaborative, county-wide approach to promote integrated solutions to Humboldt’s transportation infrastructure. Furthermore, the pilot program would serve to position the Humboldt region as a leader in rural sustainability, attracting investments that can further enhance local and regional environmental efforts. As the parameters of the pilot program vision are not yet defined and would be based on other transportation Measures outlined in this report, GHG reductions are not quantified to avoid double counting of emissions.
117 U.S Department of Transportation. 2024. Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program. Available at:
https://www.transportation.gov/buildamerica/RuralandTribalGrants 118 Bezos Earth Fund. 2024. Our Programs. Available at: https://www.bezosearthfund.org/ 119 Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. 2024. North America. Available at: https://www.gatesfoundation.org/our-work/places/northamerica 120 Smart Growth America. 2023. An Active Roadmap: Best Practices in Rural Mobility. Available at: https://smartgrowthamerica.org/wpcontent/uploads/2023/07/SGA-Rural-Transportation-Field-Scan_Final_7.27.pdf 121 U.S Department of Transportation. 2022. Building a Better America Fact Sheet for Rural Communities. Available at:
https://transportation.gov/briefing-room/building-better-america-fact-sheet-rural-communities Humboldt Region
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80 Measure TR-10: Work with the state and biofuel industry to establish a biofuel network within Humboldt thereby funding new green industry and job growth to support the decarbonization of the transportation sector.

Measure TR-10 focuses on collaborating with the state and the biofuel industry (e.g. green hydrogen, renewable diesel, or renewable natural gas (RNG) production) to create a biofuel network within Humboldt to support transportation fuel decarbonization as well as fuel economic development. Humboldt faces significant challenges with electric infrastructure, limiting the region’s ability to decarbonize through electricity as other parts of the state might. Biofuels serve as a transitional bridge, allowing the region to continue working towards its decarbonization goals despite challenges with electricity infrastructure. Bringing renewable diesel to the region is also a necessary step to support implementation of Measure T-8 and comply with a number of CARB’s regulations on off-road equipment.

Moreover, the production of biofuels from biomass can help reduce wildfire risks by utilizing biomass that would otherwise fuel fires. Biofuels reduce emissions by substituting conventional fossil fuels with renewable organic materials which absorb CO2 from the atmosphere during the growth phase of the organic material. Biogenic CO2 refers to the carbon that was originally removed from the atmosphere by organic material and, under natural conditions, would eventually be released back into the atmosphere during degradation of the organic materials. When biofuels are combusted, the CO2 released is considered biogenic, meaning it does not contribute to net atmospheric increase in carbon emissions. While biofuels do release other emissions that are not biogenic, these emissions are significantly lower compared to those from traditional fossil fuels. The production of biofuels can even facilitate carbon sequestration when paired with carbon capture technologies.122 While the GHG emission reductions from this measure are not quantified in the RCAP due to the complexities in measuring industry-wide impacts, it is essential for driving alternative energy solutions and fostering economic growth.

This Measure primarily seeks to aid the development of hydrogen fuel in the region in support of Measures TR-6 and TR-7, particularly as an alternative solution for nonresidential vehicle decarbonization. Green hydrogen fuel provides a seamless, emissions free transition that can support a variety of light, medium, and heavy duty vehicle classes without needing to sacrifice travel range, an issue commonly faced by EVs in the nonresidential vehicle market.123 For rural areas such as Humboldt County which experience greater travel distances on average compared to cities, hydrogen provides an attractive solution in addition to implementing EVs so that all travel needs are met in the community. Additionally, implementing a hydrogen network in Humboldt would serve to contribute to the State’s goal to reach 200 hydrogen fueling stations by 2025.124 122 U.S. Department of Energy. 2022. Bioenergy: A Pathway to Decarbonization. Available at:
https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2022-04/beto-decarbonizer-fs-04-2022.pdf 123 FASTECH. 2023. Hydrogen vs. Electric: An Analysis for Long-Haul Trucking. Available at: https://www.fastechus.com/blog/hydrogenvs-electric-for-trucking 124 CA.gov. 2024. Hydrogen. Available at: https://business.ca.gov/industries/hydrogen/ Strategy TR: Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 81 Measure TR-11: Lead by example and electrify or otherwise decarbonize 50% of the municipal fleet by 2030 in alignment with the state’s Advanced Clean Fleet Rule
Measure TR-11 commits each jurisdiction to lead by example by electrifying or otherwise decarbonizing its municipal fleet in line with the State’s Advanced Clean Fleet Rule. Under the rule 50% of vehicles added to fleets subject to the regulation from 2024-2026 must be ZEVs with 100% of vehicles added to the fleet 2027 and after must be ZEV. Alternatively, fleets may opt-in to the Milestones Option. If the Milestone Option is selected, fleet owners must continuously meet or exceed the ZEV Fleet Milestone percentage as defined by the regulation. Compliance reporting would be required annually and within 30 days of adding vehicles to the fleet. This Measure aims to exceed State requirements by decarbonizing 50% of the municipal fleets by 2030. This measure will reduce GHG emissions from municipal operations and demonstrate the feasibility and benefits of transitioning to clean transportation technologies. While the strategies to decarbonize fleet vehicles will reduce GHG emissions, these emissions are already included as a subset of transportation sector emissions within the Humboldt Regional GHG Inventory. This means the associated GHG emission reductions are included within the community mitigation Measures (i.e., TR-6 through TR-7). Thus, to avoid double counting, this municipal mitigation measure is not counted towards the 2030 and 2045 targets.

Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
82 5 Strategy SW: Solid Waste
The regional Solid Waste Strategy for Humboldt focuses on increasing diversion to reduce the amount of resources sent to the landfill and effectively using those diverted resources across the community. Currently, waste produced in the region is sorted and trucked long distances to processing facilities which are outside of county boundaries. This not only limits the community’s influence over waste management, but also contributes to regional transportation emissions to haul waste outside of the county. The strategy aims to bolster regional infrastructure to allow for expanded organic and inorganic materials collection and separation services and providing local organic processing. In the landfill, organic waste decays without access to light or oxygen and produces methane (CH4) gas. Diverting organic waste from the landfill reduces the occurrence of this anaerobic decomposition, providing the region with an important opportunity to reduce solid waste GHG emissions. Diverted organic waste can be further processed and repurposed into an array of different types of products, such as compost or renewable natural gas, which can serve to sequester or offset carbon emissions. Thus, managing organic waste provides an important opportunity to employ circular economy methods to reduce GHG emissions and sequester carbon.

While diverting inorganic waste from the landfill does not provide direct GHG emission reductions, it does support indirect GHG emission reduction benefits outside the Humboldt region’s jurisdiction.

Based on this solid waste strategy and current conditions of the region’s solid waste infrastructure , the RCAP’s Solid Waste Strategy consists of one primary Measure presented in Table 33. The following subsection details the substantial evidence and calculation methodology of the quantitative Measure.

Table 33 Strategy SW: Solid Waste GHG Emission Reduction Summary Measure ID Measure
2030 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
2045 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
SW-1 Establish a local waste separation facility and organics managements to be able to reduce waste sent to
landfills by 75% by 2030. Reduce GHG emissions by
limiting truck trips required to ship waste out of the
county and import compost from out of the county.
29,689 32,568
Total 29,689 32,568
Strategy SW: Solid Waste
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 83 Measure SW-1: Establish a local waste separation facility and organics managements to be able to reduce waste sent to landfills by 75% by 2030.

Reduce GHG emissions by limiting truck trips required to ship waste out of the county and import compost from out of the county.

Measure SW-1 aims for the region to meet SB 1383 requirements to recover 20 percent of disposed edible food for human consumption and reduce landfilled organic waste—and its associated GHG emissions—75 percent by 2025. The primary Actions that enable this Measure include:
▪ Action SW-1a which directs the Regional Climate Committee in partnership with Humboldt Waste Management and Recology to conduct an assessment of waste diversion needs, current capacity, and land-use opportunities for developing local waste processing facilities; ▪ Action SW-1bwhich directs HWMA to pursue green bond funding opportunities for the purpose of constructing local waste processing facilities in accordance with the assessment completed in SW-1a;
▪ Action SW-1d which commits regional jurisdictions to implement SB 1383 requirements by establishing incorrect sorting fees, improvingbin signage, promoting organic collection services, establishing local compost hubs, and providing public access organics and recycling collection as applicable;
▪ Action SW-1e which commits jurisdictions to adopt a food recovery ordinance in compliance with SB 1383 and to support implementation of the ordinance by identifying the necessary infrastructure to recover 20% of edible food disposed and obtain funding to establish an edible food recovery program;
▪ Action SW-1f which commits jurisdictions to continue partnering with HWMA and Recology to implement structural changes or expand services to currently under-serviced regions, as applicable, to comply with SB 1383;
▪ Action SW-1l which directs jurisdictions, with support from the Regional Climate Committee, to provide targeted, multilingual education and technical assistance to communities based on results of regional waste characterization studies and waste monitoring programs which cover topics such as reuse, sustainable purchasing, and reducing food waste; These Actions encompass the activities the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) requires jurisdictions to conduct to comply with SB 1383.125 Humboldt faces challenges in solid waste management due to a lack of local processing infrastructure and solid waste management funding, hindering efficient diversion efforts. However, initiatives supported by green bonds have shown promise in promoting solid waste infrastructure and expansion in other regions, such as the Napa Solid Waste Project126 and initiatives supported by RethinkWaste,127 which have utilized green bonds to fund critical waste management infrastructure upgrades and expansions. Pursuing green bond funding and other applicable funding opportunties to allow 125 CalRecycle. SB 1383 Jurisdiction Responsibilities. Accessed at:
https://www2.calrecycle.ca.gov/Docs/Web/119160#:~:text=Beginning%20in%202022%2C%20SB%201383,is%20automatically%20provide d%20the%20service.
126 NHA Advisors. 2016. Napa Solid Waste Project/Green Bond Designation. Available at: https://nhaadvisors.com/portfolio-items/napasolid-waste-project-green-bond-designation/ 127 ReThink Waste. 2019. RethinkWaste Issues almost $50 million in Green Bonds for environmental upgrades to reduce greenhouse gases, reduce waste and improve recycling revenue at the Shoreway Environmental Center. Available at: https://rethinkwaste.org/wpcontent/uploads/legacy_media/070119-rethinkwaste-green-bonds-final.original.pdf Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
84 Humboldt to build out the necessary infrastructure for local waste processing is considered a key first step to the region being able to achieve compliance with SB 1383.

With adequate infrastructure for local waste processing in place, then, continuing and completing the activities that meet SB 1383 complaince obligations, like the establishment of an edible food recovery program and ensuring adequate organic waste collection services on a jursidictional level can be expected to achieve the levels of diversion needed to reduce Humboldt’s landfilled organic waste 75 percent by 2030. This level of landfilled organic waste reduction is expected to directly reduce solid waste disposal GHG emissions by 75 percent because nearly all GHG emissions from the natural decay of solid waste in landfills come from organic waste.128 This Measure also includes several Actions focused on education and outreach campaigns to influence consumer behavior to produce less waste to begin with and to promote reuse, repair, and composting when possible to further divert waste from the landfill. For the region to comply with SB 1383, it will take partnerships and obtaining funding to build out the necessary infrastructure, jursidcitional support to develop programs and polcies that support waste diversion, and community engagement to change consumer behavior.

Table 34 shows the parameters and data sources that support the landfilled organic waste reduction GHG emission reductions and Table 35 shows the calculations as outlined in Equation 17.

Landfilled Organic Waste Reduction Equations
Equation 13
CO2e ReductionLOW,y = CO2e Emissionsy*Reduction TargetLOW, y Table 34 Landfilled Organics Reduction Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 13
CO2e ReductionLOW,y Landfilled organic waste
GHG emission reductions
See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
CO2e Emissionsy Landfilled organic waste
GHG emissions
See calculation
table
MT CO2e See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
Reduction
TargetLOW, y
Landfilled organic waste
reduction percent
75 percentage Estimated based on
compliance with
CalRecycle’s required
activities for SB 1383
compliance and GHG
emission factors for solid
waste.1, 2
y Year 2030 or 2045 – –
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

1. CalRecycle. SB 1383 Jurisdiction Responsibilities. Accessed at:
https://www2.calrecycle.ca.gov/Docs/Web/119160#:~:text=Beginning%20in%202022%2C%20SB%201383,is%20automatically%2 0provided%20the%20service

2. According to the ICLEI U.S. Community Protocol, Appendix E, GHG emissions are generated by non-biologic wastes only if they are combusted.
128 According to the Local Governments for Sustainability (ICLEI) U.S. Community Protocol for Accounting and Reporting of Greenho use Gas Emissions, Appendix E – Solid Waste Emission Activities and Sources, GHG emissions are generated by non-biologic wastes only if they are combusted.

Strategy SW: Solid Waste
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 85 Table 35 Landfilled Organics Reduction GHG Emission Reduction Calculations Variable Definition Units 2030 2045
Equation 13
CO2e Emissions Landfilled organic waste GHG emissions MT CO2e 39,585 43,424 Reduction TargetLOW, y Landfilled organic waste reduction percent percentage 75% 75% CO2e ReductionLOW Landfilled organic waste GHG emission reductions
MT CO2e 29,689 32,568
Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
86 6 Strategy WW: Water and Wastewater
The Humboldt Regional Water and Wastewater Strategy aims to identify and establish decarbonization technologies suitable to the region’s varied wastewater management systems. In addition to decarbonizing the wastewater sector, the strategy aims to prioritize co-benefits of potential wastewater processing technologies, such as the production of renewable fuels. Although wastewater contributed just 1 percent of the community's regional GHG emissions in 2022, the ongoing decarbonization of other sectors will increase the need to address emissions from sectors like wastewater. Therefore, the Water and Wastewater Strategy aims to set the region up for success by identifying viable alternatives in this phase of RCAP implementation.

Based on this strategy, the RCAP’sstrategy to manage wastewater systems is presented in Table 36.

The table also indicates that the Measure is supportive as it does not directly result in GHG reductions at this stage. The following subsections provide further information on the benefits of the wastewater strategy.

Table 36 Strategy WW: Water and Wastewater GHG Emissions Reduction Summary Measure ID Measure
2030 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
2045 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
WW-1 Expand regional opportunities for implementation of wastewater decarbonization technologies such as
anaerobic digesters to reduce GHG and produce
renewable fuel sources.

Supportive Supportive
WW-2 Reduce per capita potable water consumption by 15% by 2030.

Supportive Supportive
Total 0 0
Notes:

Strategy WW: Water and Wastewater
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 87 Measure WW-1: Expand regional opportunities for implementation of wastewater decarbonization technologies such as anaerobic digesters to reduce GHG and produce renewable fuel sources.

Measure WW-1 focuses on expanding regional opportunities for the implementation of wastewater decarbonization technologies, including anaerobic digesters, throughout the Humboldt region. This measure aims to reduce GHG emissions from wastewater treatment processes and generate renewable fuel sources that can be used to decarbonize wastewater facility building energy or provide a supply of decarbonized energy to the community. It also investigates opportunities for expanding wastewater treatment capabilities to process organic waste that would otherwise go to landfill, supporting solid waste diversion and GHG reduction efforts. As this measure seeks to scope and assess viable options for the variety of wastewater facilities throughout the county, GHG emissions reductions are not quantified in the RCAP. However, this Measure will aid the jurisdictions in identifying and implementing future solutions for reducing GHG emissions from wastewater in future RCAP updates.

Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
88 Measure WW-2: Reduce per capita potable water consumption by 15% by 2030.

Measure WW-2 focuses on promoting water conservation by reducing per capita potable water consumption and increasing access to and use of recycled water. The State is currently finalizing the Making Water Conservation a Way of Life regulation, which will set water conservation standards and objectives for certain categories with targets set for each urban water retailer. This measure’s primary focus is providing support to water retailers in the region to align with the regulation as well as providing educational and outreach materials to promote water conservation in the community and from large water users. Additionally, the Measure encourages local water providers and wastewater services to work together to identify opportunities for expanding the recycle d water network in the region. While the region does not currently have issues with accessing water, continued climate conditions strain water resources in the state. Expanding recycled water resources allow for water reuse for certain applications such as agricultural land irrigation or for wildfires rather than potable water. All water providers for the region operate fully in countyboundaries and therefore GHG emissions associated with water conveyance are incorporated into the building energy sector under regional electricity use. As such, to avoid double counting of emission reductions associated with electricity use in the region, GHG emissions reductions associated with this Measure are not quantified in the RCAP.

Strategy CS: Carbon Sequestration
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 89 7 Strategy CS: Carbon Sequestration
The Regional Carbon Sequestration Strategy aims to increase both nature-based and industrial carbon sequestration within the community. While most of the Humboldt region’s mitigation strategies focus on reducing GHG emissions, the Carbon Sequestration Strategy capitalizes on Humboldt's strengths and opportunities, particularly its ample forested areas and natural working lands. This strategy supports the statewide objectives, as described in the 2022 Scoping Plan, to leverage natural working lands (NWL) to reduce potential carbon losses and support sequestration of GHG emissions. The State recognizes that while on-the-ground action for local carbon sequestration and NWL management will largely be executed and managed by the local government, state agencies must support these communities to implement such actions which includes providing resources, developing implementation frameworks, and providing the increased capacity and technical assistance to the local and regional partners. The State plans to support local governments and partners through various initiatives, including the development of funding programs such as the Regional Forest and Fire Capacity Program. This program provides funding to local and regional groups to enhance their organizational capacity, enabling them to plan and implement wildfire and forest management projects based on their local expertise. 129
The Carbon Sequestration Strategy emphasizes the identification and funding of both industrial and nature based physical removal of carbon from the atmosphere to store it in long-term forms, playing a crucial role in achieving carbon neutrality by 2045. It focuses on obtaining resource support from the State to obtain NWL objectives and developing private partnerships to explore alternative solutions for carbon sequestration, such as direct air carbon capture and sequestration.

While the region will reduce GHG emissions across all sectors to achieve as close to zero GHG emissions as possible, some GHG emissions are expected to remain under each jurisdiction’s control in 2045. These GHG emissions are expected to be from hard-to-decarbonize sectors, such as longhaul transportation, which have technological limitations or are costly to decarbonize. They can also be expected from sectors that require significant behavior change to decarbonize, such as VMT reduction, because it takes time to normalize new behaviors. Carbon sequestration will offset these remaining GHG emissions to help Humboldt achieve carbon neutrality. While most of these strategies are not quantified in this RCAP, they are important to implement now to begin setting the foundation and building the capacity for the Humboldt region to sequester carbon for long-term carbon neutrality. Based on this approach, the RCAP’s Carbon Sequestration Strategy consists of the Measures presented in Table 37. Each Measure is supportive due to data limitations. The following subsections detail the role of these supportive Measures. 129 California Air and Resources Board (CARB). 2022. 2022 Scoping Plan for Achieving Carbon Neutrality. Available at:
https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2023-04/2022-sp.pdf Humboldt Region
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90 Table 37 Strategy CS: Carbon Sequestration GHG Emissions Reduction Summary Measure ID Measure
2030 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
2045 GHG Emission
Reductions
(MT CO2e)
CS-1 Research and implement feasible carbon
sequestration technology opportunities to support
growth and expansion of green jobs industry within
the region.

Supportive Supportive
CS-2 Offset fossil-based emissions and increase carbon
sequestration in the community by achieving SB
1383 procurement requirements (0.08 tons
recovered organic waste per person) by 2030.
1,532 1,681
CS-3 Develop a County-wide Natural and Working Lands
GHG Inventory baseline by 2027 to better
understand the existing and future GHG
sequestration and help obtain resources to protect
and increase natural carbon sequestration occurring
in the region as well as promote biodiverse forests
and wetlands resistant to wildfire.

Supportive Supportive
Total 1,532 1,681
Notes:

Strategy CS: Carbon Sequestration
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 91 Measure CS-1: Research and implement feasible carbon sequestration technology opportunities to support growth and expansion of green jobs industry within the region.

In 2022, the State updated GHG emissions reduction targets such that 15 percent of the State’s GHG inventory would be addressed through man-made carbon sequestration solutions in order to reach carbon neutrality.130 In alignment with the State objective, Measure CS-1 directs the Regional Climate Committee to research the viability of carbon sequestration technologies for future regional development to aid in the reduction of GHG emissions and stimulate the growth of the green jobs industry in the area, such as utilizing the Eel River Basin as a CO2 sequestration site. 131 Artificial (i.e.
non-biological processes) carbon capture and sequestration technologies typically capture CO2 from the atmosphere, or from point source emissions, and store the captured CO2 in the natural environment.132 However, with advancing need for solutions, other methods of carbon capture have begun to emerge, such as CO2 capture from seawater.133 By assessing the feasibility of the carbon capture technologies available, the region will set the groundwork for later implementation of technologies which suit the areas and the community’s needs. While this Measure does not lead to direct GHG emissions reductions at this stage, it sets Humboldt on a path to successfully meeting, or exceeding, 2045 GHG reductions targets. 130 LegiScan. 2022. California Assembly Bill 1279. Available at: https://legiscan.com/CA/text/AB1279/id/2606946 131 California Geological Survey. 2006. An Overview of Geological Carbon Sequestration Potential in California. Available at:
https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Documents/Publications/Special-Reports/SR_183-Carbon-Report.pdf 132 Nationalgrid. 2024. Carbon capture technology and how it works. Available at: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/energyexplained/carbon-capture-technology-and-how-it-works 133 Massachusetts Institute of Technology. 2023. How to pull carbon dioxide out of seawater. Available at:
https://news.mit.edu/2023/carbon-dioxide-out-seawater-ocean-decorbonization-0216 Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
92 Measure CS-2: Offset fossil-based emissions and increase carbon sequestration in the community by achieving SB 1383 procurement requirements (0.08 tons recovered organic waste per person) by 2030.

Measure CS-2 puts the region on a path to meeting the SB 1383 procurement targets by 2030 and maintain it thereafter. SB 1383 requires each jurisdiction in California to procure recovered organics waste products to meet annual procurement targets developed by CalRecycle.134 Recovered organic waste products include compost, mulch, renewable energy generated from anaerobic digestion (e.g., transportation fuel, electricity, and gas for heating), and electricity generated from biomass conversion. While a jurisdiction has the option to procure any combination of recovered organic waste products to fulfill 100 percent of its procurement target, jurisdictions in Humboldt currently aim to meet their procurement targets primarily through sourcing of compost to leverage the carbon sequestration benefits it provides when applied to community lands. However, local jurisdictions have expressed interest in potentially expanding procurement options, though more research must be conducted before committing to alternative options. The primary Actions that enable this Measure include:
▪ Action CS-2a which commits applicable jurisdictions to enforce compliance with SB 1383 by establishing a minimum level of compost application per year; ▪ Action CS-2b which directs jurisdictions, with support from the Regional Climate Committee, central to the regional agriculture industry to establish a compost broker program which provides incentives to aid procurement and distribution of compost. ▪ Action CS-2d which commits all jurisdictions to provide free compost procurement services to low-income households and small businesses.
▪ Action CS-2f which directs a collaborative research effort to identify regionally viable opportunities for sourcing non-compost organics options to meet SB 1383 procurement requirements, such as renewable natural gas or use of organics to produce green hydrogen.

These Actions will allow the jurisdictions to establish the supply and procurement of recovered organic products to meet their annual procurement targets. These actions and the region’s organics infastructure limitations will be further supported by the funding and construction of local waste and organic processing infrastructure discussed in Measure SW-1. Table 38 shows the parameters and data sources that support the annual procurement targets and landfilled organic waste reduction GHG emission reductions, assuming 100 percent SB 1383 compliance through compost, associated with this Measure. Table 39 shows the calculations as outlined in Equation 14 through

14.1. Compost Procurement Equations
Equation 14 CO2e Sequestrationy = (Composty * CSFCompost) * Compliance Targety Equation 14.1 Composty = Populationy * (Ratioprocure * CFcompost) 134 CalRecycle. Procurement Targets and Recovered Organic Waste Products. Accessed at:
https://calrecycle.ca.gov/organics/slcp/procurement/recoveredorganicwasteproducts/.

Strategy CS: Carbon Sequestration
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 93 Table 38 Compost Procurement Parameters and Data Sources Variable Definition Value Unit Data Source
Equation 14
CO2e Sequestrationy Carbon sequestered from
compost procurement
and application
See calculation
table
MT CO2e Calculated
Composty Compost procurement
required to meet organic
waste procurement target
See calculation
table
compost tons Calculated
CSFcompost Carbon sequestration
factor for mixed organic
compost application

0.23 MT CO2e/
feedstock ton
CARB1
Compliance Targety Compliance target with
procurement requirement
100% percentage State required compliance
with SB 13832
y Year 2030 or 2045 – –
Equation 14.1
Populationy Forecasted population See calculation
table
persons See references in Appendix
GHG Inventory, Forecast,
and Targets Technical
Report
Ratioprocure Organic waste
procurement required per
capita

0.08 feedstock
tons/person
CalRecycle’s Procurement
Calculator Tool3
CFcompost Conversion factor of
organics to compost tons

0.58 compost
tons/organic
waste tons
CalRecycle’s Procurement
Calculator Tool3
Notes: “-“ means either reference not applicable or see references for disaggregated parameter in the following table rows

1. CARB. Method for Estimating Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions from Diversion Of Organic Waste from Landfills to Compost Facilities (2017). Accessed at: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/classic/cc/waste/cerffinal.pdf.

2. CalRecycle. Procurement Targets and Recovered Organic Waste Products. Accessed at:
https://calrecycle.ca.gov/organics/slcp/procurement/recoveredorganicwasteproducts/.

3. CalRecycle. Procurement Calculator Tool. Accessed at: https://calrecycle.ca.gov/organics/slcp/reporting/.

Humboldt Region
Regional Climate Action Plan
94 Table 39 Landfilled Organics Reduction GHG Emission Reduction Calculations Variable Definition Units 2030 2045
Equation 14.1
Populationy Forecasted population persons 143,556 157,476 Ratioprocure Organic waste procurement required per
capita

0.08 0.08
CFcompost Conversion factor of organics to compost
tons

0.58 0.58
Composty Compost procurement required to meet
organic waste procurement target
tons 6,661 7,307
Equation 14
Compliance Targety Compliance target with procurement
requirement
percentage 100% 100%
CSFcompost Carbon sequestration factor for mixed
organic compost application
MT CO2e/
feedstock ton

0.23 0.23
CO2e Sequestrationy Carbon sequestered from compost
procurement and application
MT CO2e 1,532 1,681
Strategy CS: Carbon Sequestration
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure Reduction Quantification and Substantial Evidence 95 Measure CS-3: Develop a County-wide Natural and Working Lands GHG Inventory baseline by 2027 to better understand the existing and future GHG sequestration and help obtain resources to protect and increase natural carbon sequestration occurring in the region as well as promote biodiverse forests and wetlands resistant to wildfire.

Measure CS-3 directs the County to build off of North Coast Resource Partnership’s 2017 Northern California regional natural working lands study to establish an updated County-wide Natural and Working Lands GHG Inventory baseline by 2027. This initiative seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of current and future potential GHG sequestration within the county’s natural and working lands. The Natural and Working Lands inventory baseline will be folded into future RCAP updates and used to establish GHG sequestration tracking metrics and monitor resiliency efforts.

Further this measure includes strengthening the partnership with the North Coast Resource Partnership (NCRP) that received a $13.5 million grant from the Regional Forest and Fire Capacity Program to refine and implement the North Coast Resilience Plan.135 Developing and strengthening this partnership may provide opportunities for the region to better implement and track projects maintaining and improving regional carbon stock.

Developing this Natural and Working Lands inventory will identify key areas where natural carbon sequestration is occurring and highlight opportunities to protect and expand these areas. By promoting biodiverse forests and wetlands that are resilient to wildfire, Measure CS-3 supports the dual goals of enhancing carbon sequestration and mitigating climate risks. This measure will help the region obtain funding and resources necessary for conservation and restoration projects, ultimately contributing to long-term climate resilience, biodiversity, and the health of natural ecosystems. With a baseline established, carbon sequestration can be effectively tracked and reflected in updates to the RCAP's GHG reduction measures. The region is anticipated to contribute significantly to the State’s carbon sequestration efforts and may even serve as a larger sink than contributor, but this cannot be verified without a comprehensive inventory of carbon stocks in the region. Through this comprehensive approach, Humboldt can better manage its natural resources to maximize GHG sequestration and safeguard against environmental threats. 135 North Coast Resource Partnership (NCRP). 2023. A Vision for North Coast Resilience. Available at:
https://northcoastresourcepartnership.org/resilience-plan/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/NorthCoastVision_2023.03.11.pdf 621 11th Street, Fortuna CA
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1. CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE / ROLL CALL
Minutes:

Mayor Trent called the public meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and led the flag salute. ROLL CALL:

Council Member Conley - present, Council Member Losey - present, Council Member Mobley - Present, Mayor Pro Tem Johnson - Present, Mayor Trent - Present

2. PRESENTATIONS / PROCLAMATIONS / INTRODUCTIONS
a. Constitution Week
Minutes:

Mayor Trent read and presented the Constitution Proclamation to Catherine Culver, member of the Eel River Valley Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution. b. Introduction of New Utilities Superintendent - Jason Johnson Minutes:

Public Works Director, Brendan Byrd, introduced the new Utilities Superintendent, Jason Johnson.
c. Introduction of New Administrative Assistant II (Parks & Recreation) - Kaylyn Stainbrook
Minutes:

Regular Meeting Agenda
Minutes
Monday, September 16, 2024 at 6:00 pm
Parks & Recreation Director, Heather Stevens, introduced the new Administrative Assistant II. Kaylyn Stainbrook.
d. Introduction of New Parks Maintenance Worker II - Forrest Pettitt Minutes:

Parks & Recreation Director, Heather Stevens, introduced the new Park Maintenance Worker II, Forrest Pettitt.
e. Introduction of New Operator In Training - Nick Chastain Minutes:

Chief Treatment Plant Operator, Andy Bowles, introduced the new Operator In Training, Nick Chastain.

3. ORAL COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Minutes:

There being no comments from the public, Mayor Trent closed the public comment section.

4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes:

PUBLIC COMMENTS: There being no public comments, Mayor Trent closed the public comment.

CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Conley recused self from items k & m. Council Member Mobley moved, seconded by Council Member Losey to approve Consent Calendar items a - j, l, n & 0. AYES: Council Member Conley, Losey Mobley, Mayor Pro Tem Johnson, Mayor Trent NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED: 5/0. Council Member Losey moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Johnson to approve Consent Calendar items k & m.

AYES: Council Member Losey Mobley, Mayor Pro Tem Johnson, Mayor Trent NOES: None ABSTAIN: Council Member Conley ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED: 4/0 a. City Council Minutes – August 19, 2024 (Regular Meeting) b. City Council Minutes – August 23, 2024 (Special Meeting) c. Administrative Department Monthly Report
d. Community Development Department Monthly Report
e. Finance Department Monthly Report
f. Parks & Recreation Monthly Report
g. Police Department Monthly Report
h. Public Works Monthly Report
i. River Lodge Monthly Report
j. Report of Disbursements
k. Approval of the Full Time Classification and Pay Rate Schedule for Fiscal Year 2024- 2025; Resolution 2024-30
l. Approve the Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2024-25; Adopt Resolution 2024-31 m. Approval of the July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Concerning Working Conditions, Wages and Benefits with the Fortuna Police Employee Association (FPEA)
n. Council Review and Approval of Commission Application and Mayor’s Appointment of Seat
o. Adopt the City of Fortuna Workplace Violence Prevention Plan

5. CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. First Reading of General Plan and Zoning Map Amendments for Three Parcels; Ordinance 2024-771
Minutes:

STAFF REPORT: Community Development Director, Shari Meads, provided staff report on the first reading and introduction of Ordinance 2024-771. PUBLIC COMMENTS: There being no public comments, Mayor Trent closed the public comment. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Mobley moved, seconded by Council Member Conley to hold the first reading of Ordinance 2024-771, "An Ordinance of the Fortuna City Council Amending the General Plan Land Use Diagram from Residential Very Low (RVL) and Rural Residential (RR) to Commercial (COM) and the Rezoning from Residential Estates (RE) and Residential Single-Family (R-1-10) to Commercial Thoroughfare (CT) of 0.81 acres of Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 202-092-006, 202-092-003, and 1.1 acres of Assessor’s Parcel Number 202-103-010 and finding the amendments exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act" read by title only and continue the public hearing to October 7, 2024 to conduct the second reading. Roll call vote. AYES: Council Member Conley, Losey, Mobley, Mayor Pro Tem Johnson, Mayor Trent NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT:

None MOTION CARRIED: 5/0
b. Award of Professional Services Contract for Kenmar Interchange Minutes:

STAFF REPORT: Public Works Director, Brendan Byrd, provided staff report on the professional services contract for the Kenmar Interchange PUBLIC COMMENTS: There being no public comments, Mayor Trent closed the public comment. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Losey moved, seconded by Council Member Conley to authorize the Interim City Manager to award a Professional Services Contract for the Kenmar Road and Highway 101 Interchange Improvement Project for a total contract value not to exceed $2,100,000. Voice vote. AYES: Council Member Conley, Losey, Mobley, Mayor Pro Tem Johnson, Mayor Trent NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED:
5/0

6. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
Minutes:

Interim City Manager, Amy Nilsen, provided verbal report.

7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Minutes:

Council Member Mobley requested an advisory committee to update the policies and procedures.

8. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS
a. Council Member Kyle Conley
b. Council Member Mike Losey
c. Council Member Kris Mobley
d. Mayor Pro Tem Mike Johnson
e. Mayor Tami Trent

9. ADJOURN
Minutes:

CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Mayor Pro Tem Johnson moved, seconded by Council Member Conley to adjourn the meeting at 6:58 p.m. MOTION CARRIED 5/0
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1. CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE / ROLL CALL
Minutes:

Mayor Trent called the public meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. and led the flag salute. ROLL CALL:

Council Member Conley - Absent, Council Member Losey - Present, Council Member Mobley - Present, Mayor Pro Tem Johnson - Present, Mayor Trent - Present

2. ORAL COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Minutes:

There being no comments from the public, Mayor Trent closed the public comment section.

3. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
Minutes:

CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Mobley moved, seconded by Council Member Losey to adjourn to closed session at 5:01 p.m. Voice vote. MOTION CARRIED 4/0 a. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS, City Negotiator: Interim City Manager Amy Nilsen, Employee Organization: Fortuna Police Employees Association in accordance with Section 54957.6 of the Government Code.

4. REPORT OUT AND ADJOURN
Minutes:

CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Mayor Pro Tem Johnson moved, seconded by Council Member Mobley to adjourn the meeting at 5:12 p.m. MOTION CARRIED 4/0
Special Meeting
Minutes
Monday, September 16, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Contact: Siana L. Emmons, City Clerk ([email protected] (707)725-7600) 1800 Riverwalk Dr., Fortuna, CA 95540

ADMENDED
We May Disagree, But We Will Be Respectful of One Another All Comments Will Be Directed to the Issue at Hand, and Addressed to the City Council Personal Attacks are Unacceptable
The City Council May Take Action on any Item on this Agenda.

1. CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE / ROLL CALL
Minutes:

Mayor Trent called the public meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. and led the flag salute. ROLL CALL:

Council Member Conley - absent, Council Member Losey - absent, Council Member Mobley - Present, Mayor Pro Tem Johnson - Present, Mayor Trent - Present

2. ORAL COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Minutes:

There being no comments from the public, Mayor Trent closed the public comment section.

3. BUSINESS ITEM
a. Designate the City’s Voting Delegates for the Cal Cities Annual Conference & Expo Minutes:

STAFF REPORT: City Clerk Siana Emmons provided the staff report for choosing the voting delegate for Cal Cities Annual Conference & Expo. PUBLIC COMMENTS: There being no public comments, Mayor Trent closed the public comment. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Mayor Trent moved, seconded by Council Member Mobley to designate Mayor Pro Tem Johnson as the voting delegate for the 2024 Annual League of California Cities Conference and direct City Clerk to submit voting Delegate Form to Cal Cities. Roll call vote. AYES: Council Member Mobley, Mayor Pro Tem Johnson, Mayor Trent NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Council Member Conley, Losey MOTION CARRIED: 3/0 Special Meeting
Minutes
Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 9:30 am

4. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
Minutes:

CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Mobley moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Johnson to adjourn to closed session at 9:33 a.m. Voice vote. MOTION CARRIED 3/0 a. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT, pursuant Section 54957of the California Government Code.

Title: City Manager
Minutes:

COUNCIL ACTION: Provided direction to staff.

5. REPORT OUT AND ADJOURN
Minutes:

CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Mayor Pro Tem Johnson moved, seconded by Council Member Mobley to adjourn the meeting at 11:11 a.m. MOTION CARRIED 3/0 Contact: Siana L. Emmons, City Clerk ([email protected] (707)725-7600) 621 11th St. Fortuna, CA 95540
We May Disagree, But We Will Be Respectful of One Another All Comments Will Be Directed to the Issue at Hand, and Addressed to the City Council Personal Attacks are Unacceptable
The City Council May Take Action on any Item on this Agenda.

1. CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE / ROLL CALL
Minutes:

Mayor Trent called the public meeting to order at 3:03 p.m. and led the flag salute. ROLL CALL:

Council Member Conley - Absent, Council Member Losey - Present, Council Member Mobley - Present, Mayor Pro Tem Johnson - Present, Mayor Trent - Present

2. ORAL COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Minutes:

Community Member Richard Mull inquired about Measure P, specifically regarding the allocation of funds. There being no additional comments from the public, Mayor Trent closed the public comment section.

3. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
Minutes:

CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Mobley moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Johnson to adjourn to closed session at 3:07 p.m. Voice vote. MOTION CARRIED 4/0 a. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT, pursuant Section 54957of the California Government Code.

Title: City Manager
Minutes:

CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Provided direction to staff.

4. REPORT OUT AND ADJOURN
Minutes:

Special Meeting
Minutes
Friday, September 27, 2024 at 3:00 pm
CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Council Member Mobley moved, seconded by Council Member Losey to adjourn the meeting at 4:15 p.m. MOTION CARRIED 4/0
Contact: Siana L. Emmons, City Clerk ([email protected] (707)725-7600) Consent Item 4e

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STAFF REPORT
Consent Agenda Item
DATE: October 7, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Amy Nilsen, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT: Report of Disbursements for September 19, September 25 and October 2, 2024 STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Receive staff report of disbursements that were processed for the City of Fortuna and the Successor Agency (Fortuna Redevelopment Agency) if applicable, as an informational item only.

REPORT OF DISBURSEMENTS:

Disbursement was processed as follows:

September 19, 2024 $ 96,912.02
September 25, 2024 $ 51,798.98
October 02, 2024 $ 79,862.28
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Informational Item. Receive report by Consent Agenda vote.

ATTACHMENTS:
 Disbursements Detail Report for September 19, 2024
 Disbursements Detail Report for September 25, 2024
 Disbursements Detail Report for October 02, 2024
Amount
80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1181664 Vet Services 260 9/19/2024 11:12:11 AM Page 1 of 5
80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1181063 Vet Services 30 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1181064 Vet Services 179.43 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1181225 Vet Services 30 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1179504 Vet Services 30 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1180012 Vet Services 340 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1181048 Vet Services 30 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1179019 Vet Services 15 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1179019 Vet Services 33.76 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1179280 Vet Services 325 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1178986 Vet Services 10.16 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1178987 Vet Services 95 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1178987 Vet Services 10.16 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1178985 Vet Services 135 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1178985 Vet Services 47.66 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1178986 Vet Services 135 80295 09/19/2024 HORIZON BUSINESS PRODUCTS 279138 Supplies - Recreation 10.84 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1178618 Vet Services 30 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1178953 Vet Services 37.14 80292 09/19/2024 GRAINGER 9242616838 Fire Hose - WWTP 159.57 80293 09/19/2024 HELIX LABORATORIES INC 91325 Alka Mag Supply FY 24/25 5967.5 80294 09/19/2024 HIGHWAY SPECIALTY CO INC 242929 Marking Paint - Streets 436.72 80291 09/19/2024 GHD INC 380-0057313 Mill Creek Habitat Connectivity Project 19976.5 80292 09/19/2024 GRAINGER 9238800644 Gaskets - WWTP 56.01 80292 09/19/2024 GRAINGER 9239142160 Fire Hose - WWTP 318.68 80289 09/19/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 24923 Equipment Fuel 37.05 80290 09/19/2024 GAYA COATING CONSULTING 201571 Campton/Hillside Tank Recoating Inspection 1525.8 80291 09/19/2024 GHD INC 380-0057277 Rohner Creek Vegetation Monitoring 517.5 80288 09/19/2024 FORTUNA KIWANIS 091224 Business Womens Luncheon Table - PD 375 80289 09/19/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 24750 Equipment Fuel 21.14 80289 09/19/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 24863 Equipment Fuel 24.53 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381856 Janitorial Supplies - Utilities 79.77 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381928 Landscaping Bark - River Lodge 195.3 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381938 Landscaping Bark - River Lodge 195.3 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381851 Tools/Supplies - Parks 26.02 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381851 Tools/Supplies - Parks 34.7 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381851 Tools/Supplies - Parks 36.84 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381657 Supplies - CDD Remodel Project 13 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381789 Supplies - Streets 11.87 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381851 Tools/Supplies - Parks 43.36 80286 09/19/2024 EBERHARDT, MATT 091724 Per Diem 9.24 - 9.25 (PIO Training) 34 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381596 Supplies - CDD Remodel Project 47.71 80287 09/19/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381646 Broom/Dustpan - Parks 26.03 80284 09/19/2024 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT 083124 August Parking Fees 10.5 80284 09/19/2024 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT 083124 August Parking Fees 22.5 80285 09/19/2024 CSG CONSULTANTS 58001 Franchise Agreement Negotiation Services 5900 80282 09/19/2024 CLYDE'S TOWING, INC 26673 Towing Service - PD 125 80282 09/19/2024 CLYDE'S TOWING, INC 26782 Towing Service - PD 125 80283 09/19/2024 COLLEGE OF THE REDWOODS 25-2021 Academy Enrollment - K Humphrey 786 80280 09/19/2024 CHARLTON, GABE 090124 Per Diem 9.26 - 9.28 (Sherman Block Leadership) 243 80281 09/19/2024 CITY OF FERNDALE 083024 August Parking Fees 28.6 80282 09/19/2024 CLYDE'S TOWING, INC 26408 Towing Service - PD 150 Expense Approval Report
CITY OF FORTUNA By (None)
Payment Dates 9/19/2024 - 9/19/2024
Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) 80278 09/19/2024 AT&T 5025 09240893 23484108935031 31.57 80279 09/19/2024 AT&T 9011 22267169 9391064205 286.21
Amount
80313 09/19/2024 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 106824 20 yd Debris Bins - Rodeo/Auto Expo 971.3 80313 09/19/2024 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 106825 20 yd Debris Bins - Rodeo/Auto Expo 971.3 9/19/2024 11:12:11 AM Page 2 of 5
80310 09/19/2024 PACIFIC CRANE CERTIFICATI 24102 Annual Certification - WWTP 1082 80311 09/19/2024 PHINNEY, JOSHUA 091724 Per Diem 9.24 - 9.25 (PIO Training) 34 80312 09/19/2024 PRIMOFIORE, JUSTIN 091724 Per Diem 9.24 - 9.25 (PIO Training) 34 80309 09/19/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 261498 Credit Returns - Parks/Building -18.43 80309 09/19/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 262395 Ignition Switch/Lockset - PD 182.58 80309 09/19/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 264355 Oil Drain Plug - PD 4.34 80309 09/19/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 260879 Credit Core Return - PD/Building -22 80309 09/19/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 260879 Credit Core Return - PD/Building -43.4 80309 09/19/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 261498 Credit Returns - Parks/Building -97.64 80307 09/19/2024 OPENGOV INC INV15547 Annual Software Fees 11685 80307 09/19/2024 OPENGOV INC INV15547 Annual Software Fees 11685 80308 09/19/2024 OPTIMUM SEPT24MC Monday Club Internet Service FY 24/25 125 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15446 Network Support Services FY 24/25 338.31 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15446 Network Support Services FY 24/25 338.31 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15446 Network Support Services FY 24/25 628.29 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15446 Network Support Services FY 24/25 386.64 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15446 Network Support Services FY 24/25 386.64 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15446 Network Support Services FY 24/25 48.33 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15420 E-waste Disposal - PD 75 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15446 Network Support Services FY 24/25 1111.59 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15446 Network Support Services FY 24/25 1594.89 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15344 Network Support Services FY 24/25 338.31 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15344 Network Support Services FY 24/25 338.31 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15344 Network Support Services FY 24/25 628.29 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15344 Network Support Services FY 24/25 386.64 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15344 Network Support Services FY 24/25 386.64 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15344 Network Support Services FY 24/25 48.33 80305 09/19/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024ci-6321 Storm Drain Maint Bid Notice Advertising 972 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15344 Network Support Services FY 24/25 1111.59 80306 09/19/2024 NYLEX.NET 15344 Network Support Services FY 24/25 1594.89 80305 09/19/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024132467 Utility Worker II/III Recruitment Advertising 61.2 80305 09/19/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024132467 Utility Worker II/III Recruitment Advertising 13.6 80305 09/19/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024132467 Utility Worker II/III Recruitment Advertising 47.6 80304 09/19/2024 NORMAN'S DRY CLEANERS 24256-937-A River Lodge Linen Service 27.7 80305 09/19/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024132016 Rohnerville Rd Rezone Public Notice 108 80305 09/19/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024132467 Utility Worker II/III Recruitment Advertising 13.6 80303 09/19/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69209 Newburg Park Maintenance Supplies 25.87 80303 09/19/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69288 O Ring/Blade Connector - General Services 85.55 80303 09/19/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69293 Trailer Jack - Parks 80.94 80303 09/19/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 68947 Tire Valve Stem Tool - Utilities 5.36 80303 09/19/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69037 Oil Filters - Utilities 33.24 80303 09/19/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69106 Supplies - Parks 206.1 80301 09/19/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522324139 River Lodge Linen Service/Can Liners 353.92 80301 09/19/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522324139 River Lodge Linen Service/Can Liners 29.33 80302 09/19/2024 MORROW, KENNA 091324 Monday Club Deposit Refund 250 80301 09/19/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522298897 Police Mat Service FY 24/25 58.04 80301 09/19/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522298898 Parks/Rink Linen Service 85.58 80301 09/19/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522304786 Paper Towels - Parks 465.47 80301 09/19/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522298885 Corp Yard Linen Service 62.73 80301 09/19/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522298885 Corp Yard Linen Service 56.86 80301 09/19/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522298886 Wastewater Linen Service 93.28 80299 09/19/2024 MACLEOD, THOMAS 091724 Per Diem 9.24 - 9.25 (PIO Training) 34 80300 09/19/2024 MEADS, SHARI 091124 Per Diem 9.27 - 10.1 (APA Annual Conf) 230 80301 09/19/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522290827 Graphic Rug - PD 241.96 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1182029 Vet Services 131.48 80297 09/19/2024 HUMBOLT CO FARM BUREAU 092024 River Lodge Deposit Refund 200 80298 09/19/2024 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 275522 Legal Services 132 Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 9/19/2024 - 9/19/2024 Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) 80296 09/19/2024 HUMBOLDT VETERINARY MEDICAL GRP1181664 Vet Services 27.11 Amount
Grand Total: 96912.02
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80324 09/19/2024 WOODS PEST CONTROL 1281036 Monday Club Pest Service FY 24/25 125 80324 09/19/2024 WOODS PEST CONTROL 1281059 Public Works Pest Service FY 24/25 140 80324 09/19/2024 WOODS PEST CONTROL 1281192 Police Facility Pest Services FY 23/24 85 80323 09/19/2024 WILDWOOD SAW 39195 Chainsaw Mix - General Services/Streets 18.99 80323 09/19/2024 WILDWOOD SAW 39195 Chainsaw Mix - General Services/Streets 18.98 80324 09/19/2024 WOODS PEST CONTROL 1280953 City Hall Pest Services FY 24/25 88 80322 09/19/2024 USABLUEBOOK INV00461080 Lab Supplies 209.04 80322 09/19/2024 USABLUEBOOK INV00462328 Acetate Buffer Solution - WWTP 524.06 80323 09/19/2024 WILDWOOD SAW 39195 Chainsaw Mix - General Services/Streets 18.98 80321 09/19/2024 US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE 537998585 Copier Leases FY 24/25 200.66 80321 09/19/2024 US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE 537998585 Copier Leases FY 24/25 78.23 80321 09/19/2024 US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE 537998585 Copier Leases FY 24/25 61.22 80319 09/19/2024 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7640744204 Office Supplies - CH/Finance 38.15 80319 09/19/2024 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7640759884 Hanging Folders/Binders - River Lodge 87 80320 09/19/2024 TRACTOR SUPPLY CREDIT PLA 564589 Kennel Supplies 53.86 80319 09/19/2024 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7638892503-3 Credit Price Adjustment -1.3 80319 09/19/2024 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7640669084 Office Supplies - PD 119.72 80319 09/19/2024 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7640744204 Office Supplies - CH/Finance 102.5 80319 09/19/2024 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7637909439-1 Credit Price Adjustment -47.4 80319 09/19/2024 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7638892503-1 Credit Price Adjustment -5.39 80319 09/19/2024 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7638892503-2 Credit Price Adjustment -1.09 80317 09/19/2024 RON DUPRATT FORD 16321 Sender Assembly/Gasket - PD 400.61 80318 09/19/2024 SHRED AWARE 60648 Shredding Service - PD 329.72 80319 09/19/2024 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT 7637305962-1 Credit Price Adjustment -5.29 80315 09/19/2024 REVIZE LLC 19228 Annual Web Hosting/Software Fees 437.58 80315 09/19/2024 REVIZE LLC 19228 Annual Web Hosting/Software Fees 434.52 80316 09/19/2024 ROCHA'S AUTOMOTIVE INC 43422 Vehicle Repair - PD 10987.77 80315 09/19/2024 REVIZE LLC 19228 Annual Web Hosting/Software Fees 437.58 80315 09/19/2024 REVIZE LLC 19228 Annual Web Hosting/Software Fees 437.58 80315 09/19/2024 REVIZE LLC 19228 Annual Web Hosting/Software Fees 437.58 80314 09/19/2024 REMOTE SATELLITE SYSTEMS 129285 Police Satellite Phone Service FY 24/25 74 80315 09/19/2024 REVIZE LLC 19228 Annual Web Hosting/Software Fees 437.58 80315 09/19/2024 REVIZE LLC 19228 Annual Web Hosting/Software Fees 437.58 Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) 80313 09/19/2024 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 686371 Debris Disposal - CDD Remodel Project 16 80313 09/19/2024 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 687308 Debris Disposal - PD 16 Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 9/19/2024 - 9/19/2024 100-7015-2000 Dues & Subscriptions 74
100-7400-2800 Miranda's Rescue 1305
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100-6020-1600 Legal Services 132
100-6025-2000 Professional Services 387.76
100-6035-2000 Personnel Services 786
100-6220-2000 CLETS Service 286.21
100-7000-2000 Travel, Conferences & Training 379
100-7000-3200 Travel, Conferences & Training 230
100-5775-5600 Network Support 96.66
100-5780-1500 Web Maintenance 437.58
100-5780-2000 Web Maintenance 437.58
100-5780-4000 Web Maintenance 437.58
100-5780-5400 Web Maintenance 437.58
100-5900-5450 Tools & Small Equipment 36.84
100-5741-5450 Newburg Park Maintenance 51.89
100-5742-5450 Median Maintenance 34.7
100-5775-1500 Network Support 2223.18
100-5775-2000 Network Support 3189.78
100-5775-4000 Network Support 773.28
100-5775-5400 Network Support 773.28
100-5715-2000 Vehicle Repairs 11953.3
100-5715-4100 Vehicle Repairs 85.55
100-5715-5450 Vehicle Repairs -97.64
100-5720-5450 Equipment Repair 80.94
100-5740-1500 Building Repair and Maintenance 88
100-5740-2000 Building Repair and Maintenance 85
100-5500-9377 Department Supplies 76.71
100-5505-5450 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 82.72
100-5565-5450 Janitorial Supplies 551.05
100-5705-1500 Equipment Maintenance 200.66
100-5705-2000 Equipment Maintenance 78.23
100-5705-5450 Equipment Maintenance 61.22
100-5500-1200 Department Supplies 38.15
100-5500-2000 Department Supplies 210.72
100-5500-2800 Department Supplies 53.86
100-5500-4100 Department Supplies 81.71
100-5500-5400 Department Supplies 10.84
100-5500-5450 Department Supplies 2218.09
Account NumberAccount Name Payment Amount
100-1680 Distributed Office Supplies 55.1
100-2405 Parking Fund-County 10.5
100-2410 Parking Fund-State 22.5
100-2415 Parking Fund - Ferndale 28.6
100-5500-1100 Department Supplies -5.29
160 - Riverlodge Fund 2694.97
200 - Storm Drainage Fund 536.49
280 - Gas Tax Fund 467.57
306 - Recycle-Parks 5900
350 - Capital Projects Fund 19976.5
500 - Water Fund 2991.21
550 - Wastewater Fund 10232.83
Grand Total: 96912.02
Account Summary
Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 9/19/2024 - 9/19/2024 Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
100 - General Fund 29724.28
101 - Transaction and Use Tax Fund 972
120 - Development & Building Fund 23416.17
550-6035-6500 Personnel Services 47.6
550-6631-6500 Compliance Fees 1082
Grand Total: 96912.02
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
**None** 96912.02
Grand Total: 96912.02
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550-5500-6600 Department Supplies 1095.59
550-5555-6600 Plant Chemicals 5967.5
550-5557-6600 Lab Supplies 209.04
550-5740-6700 Building Repair and Maintenance 140
550-5775-6700 Network Support 1256.58
550-5780-6700 Web Maintenance 434.52
500-5780-6300 Web Maintenance 437.58
500-6025-6000 Professional Services 1525.8
500-6035-6000 Personnel Services 13.6
500-6035-6100 Personnel Services 61.2
500-6035-6200 Personnel Services 13.6
500-6200-6100 Telephone 31.57
306-6020-5400 Legal Services 5900
350-6025-9123 Professional Services 19976.5
500-5500-6000 Department Supplies 56.01
500-5500-6100 Department Supplies 141.99
500-5715-6100 Vehicle Repairs 33.24
500-5775-6300 Network Support 676.62
160-5775-5800 Network Support 676.62
160-5780-5800 Web Maintenance 437.58
160-6210-5700 Internet Service 125
200-5500-4300 Department Supplies 18.99
200-6025-4310 Professional Services 517.5
280-5500-4200 Department Supplies 467.57
160-2221 Monday Club Deposits 250
160-2222 River Lodge Deposits 200
160-5500-5800 Department Supplies 469.82
160-5547-5800 User Group Linen 353.92
160-5565-5800 Janitorial Supplies 57.03
160-5740-5700 Building Repair and Maintenance 125
100-7612-2000 Contingency 616.96
101-5500-9373 Department Supplies 972
120-5710-3000 Software Maintenance 11685
120-5710-3100 Software Maintenance 11685
120-5715-3000 Vehicle Repairs -61.83
120-6300-3100 Advertising 108
Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 9/19/2024 - 9/19/2024 Account Summary
Account NumberAccount Name Payment Amount
100-7455-2800 Veterinary Expenses 626.9
Amount
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80343 09/25/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522363703 River Lodge Linen Service 60.67 80343 09/25/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522384875 Police Mat Service FY 24/25 58.04 80343 09/25/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522342669 Wastewater Linen Service 99.24 80343 09/25/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522342678 Parks/Rink Linen Service 90.55 80343 09/25/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522342668 Corp Yard Linen Service 65.56 80343 09/25/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522342668 Corp Yard Linen Service 53.76 80343 09/25/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522225709 Paper Towels - Corp Yard 30.67 80343 09/25/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522325144 Toilet Paper - Parks 501.64 80342 09/25/2024 MERCER FRASER COMPANY 518 12" Watermain Repair 4844.63 80343 09/25/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522225709 Paper Towels - Corp Yard 30.66 80342 09/25/2024 MERCER FRASER COMPANY 113688 Aggregate Base - Carson Woods Project 405.13 80342 09/25/2024 MERCER FRASER COMPANY 113689 Aggregate Base - Carson Woods Project 1488.53 80341 09/25/2024 MENDES SUPPLY INC M269712 Trash Can Liners - Parks 397 80342 09/25/2024 MERCER FRASER COMPANY 113687 Asphalt Concrete 1273.95 80339 09/25/2024 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRIC ARCATA INC IN51578 Gear Motor - WWTP 1087.02 80340 09/25/2024 MCMURRAY & SONS, INC. 092324 Refund Permit #BP-23-183 Less Fees 91.9 80338 09/25/2024 HUMMEL TIRE & WHEEL 278754 Tires - PD 698.09 80338 09/25/2024 HUMMEL TIRE & WHEEL 278783 Replacement Tire Tube - Parks 23.82 80336 09/25/2024 GROCERY OUTLET 091824 Catering Supplies - River Lodge 18.79 80337 09/25/2024 H&S ENERGY GROUP 139615 Car Wash Services - PD 63 80335 09/25/2024 GRAINGER 9250767093 Gas Mask Canister - WWTP 261.96 80335 09/25/2024 GRAINGER 9250767093 Gas Mask Canister - WWTP 261.97 80333 09/25/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 25117 Propane - General Services 33.07 80334 09/25/2024 GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICE 3161623 Online Training - Finance Director 35 80333 09/25/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 24976 Equipment Fuel 26.98 80333 09/25/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 24989 Equipment Fuel 18.4 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382294 Toilet Seat - Monday Club 45.56 80333 09/25/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 24973 Equipment Fuel 22.74 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382231 Janitorial Supplies - Parks/CH/Library/PD 11.03 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382236 Supplies - Parks 37.94 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382231 Janitorial Supplies - Parks/CH/Library/PD 18.41 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382231 Janitorial Supplies - Parks/CH/Library/PD 5.84 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382150 Hardware/Cable - Parks 36.28 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382231 Janitorial Supplies - Parks/CH/Library/PD 5.85 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382065 Axe Handle - General Services 21.69 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382100 Painters Tape/Drip Liner - Parks 40.32 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382042 Janitorial Supplies - River Lodge/PD 15.17 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382059 Eye Bolts/Bulk Wire - Parks 80.85 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381970 Hamerdrill Kit - Carson Woods Project 324.42 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382042 Janitorial Supplies - River Lodge/PD 10.84 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381900 Anchor Shackle w/Pin - General Services 7.58 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381963 Highlighter/Markers - Utilities 10.83 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 380004 Supplies - Utilities 29.69 80332 09/25/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 381702 Duct Tape - Carson Woods Project 39.03 80330 09/25/2024 ECOLAB 6348133675 River Lodge Dishwasher Rental FY 24/25 135.63 80331 09/25/2024 FERGUSON WATERWORKS #3011 1272717 6" Water Meter - Royal Crest 7392.73 80329 09/25/2024 CWEA 091824 Annual Membership Dues - A Bowles 239 80330 09/25/2024 ECOLAB 6347319856 River Lodge Sanitizer Chemicals FY 24/25 217 80327 09/25/2024 AT&T 9011 22331085 22331085 31.18
80328 09/25/2024 COMPREHENSIVE DRUG TESTING INC 55079 DOT Drug Testing Service 246 80325 09/25/2024 ADVANCED SECURITY SYSTEM 708433 Alarm Service - Police 579.7 80326 09/25/2024 ASAP LOCK & KEY 70201 Key Copies - PD 3.8 80325 09/25/2024 ADVANCED SECURITY SYSTEM 705605 Alarm Service Repair - Wells Building 361.95 80325 09/25/2024 ADVANCED SECURITY SYSTEM 705733 Alarm Service Repair - Wells Building 429.22 Expense Approval Report
CITY OF FORTUNA By (None)
Payment Dates 9/25/2024 - 9/25/2024
Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount
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80369 09/25/2024 WOODS PEST CONTROL 1281038 River Lodge Pest Service FY 24/25 150 Grand Total: 51798.98
80367 09/25/2024 WEST COAST HYDRAULICS 4098 Equipment Repiar - WWTP 1646.35 80368 09/25/2024 WILDWOOD SAW 39242 Ditch Clearing Supplies 410.92 80365 09/25/2024 UNIVERSAL RECOVERY CORP 083124 August Collections 9.35 80366 09/25/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC INV 24-829436 Bulk Diesel - WWTP 3562.08 80364 09/25/2024 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 4638415 Printer Services FY 24/25 165.2 80365 09/25/2024 UNIVERSAL RECOVERY CORP 083124 August Collections 9.35 80364 09/25/2024 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 4638415 Printer Services FY 24/25 55.07 80364 09/25/2024 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 4638415 Printer Services FY 24/25 165.2 80364 09/25/2024 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 4638415 Printer Services FY 24/25 55.07 80364 09/25/2024 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 4638415 Printer Services FY 24/25 55.07 80364 09/25/2024 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 4638415 Printer Services FY 24/25 495.61 80364 09/25/2024 UBEO BUSINESS SERVICES 4638415 Printer Services FY 24/25 385.48 80363 09/25/2024 TRACTOR SUPPLY CREDIT PLA 865251 Kennel Supplies 28.32 80363 09/25/2024 TRACTOR SUPPLY CREDIT PLA 865455 Kennel Supplies 116.81 80362 09/25/2024 THATCHER COMPANY INC 2024100901835 Chemical Deposit Refund -5000 80362 09/25/2024 THATCHER COMPANY INC 2024400900651 Chemical Deposit Refund -300 80362 09/25/2024 THATCHER COMPANY INC 2024100114155 Chemicals 5000 80362 09/25/2024 THATCHER COMPANY INC 2024100114155 Chemicals 8223.96 80360 09/25/2024 SHN CONSULTING ENG & GEOL 122525 9th Street Sewer Project Services 3216.85 80361 09/25/2024 SPRINGVILLE SAFETY & SUPPLY 40329 Marking Paint Spray - Carson Woods Project 154.94 80359 09/25/2024 SCOTTY'S CUTTERS EDGE 160088 Mower Blades/Bolts - Parks 52.45 80359 09/25/2024 SCOTTY'S CUTTERS EDGE 160117 Parts/labor - WWTP 156.72 80357 09/25/2024 RITE AID CORPORATION 091824 Refund 24/25 Business License Fee Overpayment 1294 80358 09/25/2024 SANDI PETERSON PHOTOGRAPHY 0057 Police Department Staff Headshots 1000 80355 09/25/2024 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 688318 Debris Disposal - CH/Parks 35.55 80356 09/25/2024 REDWOOD GLASS & WINDOWS RW13396 Front Door Lock Installation 1728.21 80354 09/25/2024 PROVIDENCE MEDICAL GROUP 091824 Park Deposit Refund 250 80355 09/25/2024 RECOLOGY EEL RIVER 688318 Debris Disposal - CH/Parks 35.55 80352 09/25/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09246726 44469516726 122.32 80353 09/25/2024 PLATT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 5N36368 Light Bulbs/Exit Fictures - Monday Club 153.14 80352 09/25/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09243473 69711643473 327.28 80352 09/25/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09245425 14914105425 4.63 80350 09/25/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266250 Transit Repair 422.3 80351 09/25/2024 PACE SUPPLY CORP 29838936 Lid/Concrete Box - Carson Woods Project 923.6 80350 09/25/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 265520 Fuel Cleaner/Treatment - PD 164.81 80350 09/25/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266144 Battery - General Services 151.32 80349 09/25/2024 OPTIMUM 101343887 Fiber Optic Service FY 24/25 362.49 80350 09/25/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 265257 Fuel Pump - PD 76.72 80349 09/25/2024 OPTIMUM 101343887 Fiber Optic Service FY 24/25 362.49 80349 09/25/2024 OPTIMUM 101343887 Fiber Optic Service FY 24/25 362.49 80348 09/25/2024 ONTIVEROS & ASSOCIATES IN 5907 Carson Woods Survey Services 1358.75 80349 09/25/2024 OPTIMUM 101343887 Fiber Optic Service FY 24/25 362.48 80348 09/25/2024 ONTIVEROS & ASSOCIATES IN 5905 Johnson Rohnverille Subdivision Plan Review 65 80348 09/25/2024 ONTIVEROS & ASSOCIATES IN 5906 Gulliksen Subdivision Map Check 65 80347 09/25/2024 NYLEX.NET 15379 Computer Part - Recreation Admin 94.73 80348 09/25/2024 ONTIVEROS & ASSOCIATES IN 5904 CLK Kenmar Subdivision Map Check 487.5 80346 09/25/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024131599 Notice of Public Hearing - Hardin Water Extension 108 80346 09/25/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024132487 Notice of Public Hearing 162 80344 09/25/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 069754 Equipment Maintenance - Parks 27.11 80345 09/25/2024 NORMAN'S DRY CLEANERS 24263-438-A River Lodge Linen Service 56.4 Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 9/25/2024 - 9/25/2024 Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) 500-5500-6000 Department Supplies 261.96
500-5500-6100 Department Supplies 124.95
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200-5500-4300 Department Supplies 410.92
280-5525-4200 Asphalt 1273.95
280-6025-4200 Professional Services 246
160-5706-5800 Equipment Lease 135.63
160-5740-5700 Building Repair and Maintenance 198.7
160-5740-5800 Building Repair and Maintenance 150
160-5565-5800 Janitorial Supplies 132.24
160-5575-5800 Kitchen Chemical 217
160-5705-5800 Equipment Maintenance 55.07
100-7612-1000 Contingency 18.79
120-4400 Building Permit And Inspection 91.9
120-6300-3100 Advertising 270
100-6505-2000 Utility - General & Electric 327.28
100-6505-5450 Utility - General & Electric 4.63
100-7000-1200 Travel, Conferences & Training 35
100-6200-2000 Telephone 31.18
100-6210-1500 Internet Service 362.48
100-6210-2000 Internet Service 362.49
100-5740-5450 Building Repair and Maintenance 36.28
100-6025-2000 Professional Services 637.74
100-6025-3200 Professional Services 617.5
100-5715-4100 Vehicle Repairs 184.39
100-5720-4100 Equipment Repair 7.58
100-5720-5450 Equipment Repair 103.38
100-5705-4000 Equipment Maintenance 55.07
100-5705-5450 Equipment Maintenance 55.07
100-5715-2000 Vehicle Repairs 1006.42
100-5565-5450 Janitorial Supplies 1000.22
100-5705-1500 Equipment Maintenance 495.61
100-5705-2000 Equipment Maintenance 385.48
100-5500-5500 Department Supplies 5.84
100-5500-9377 Department Supplies 1728.21
100-5505-5450 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 68.12
100-5500-4100 Department Supplies 117.91
100-5500-5400 Department Supplies 130.28
100-5500-5450 Department Supplies 159.11
100-5500-1500 Department Supplies 41.4
100-5500-2000 Department Supplies 1029.25
100-5500-2800 Department Supplies 145.13
Account Summary
Account NumberAccount Name Payment Amount
100-2220 Refundable Park Deposits 250
100-4080 Business License Taxes 1294
510 - Water Capital Fund 4694.4
550 - Wastewater Fund 15274.38
560 - Wastewater Capital Fund 3216.85
590 - TDA Transit Fund 422.3
Grand Total: 51798.98
120 - Development & Building Fund 361.9
160 - Riverlodge Fund 888.64
200 - Storm Drainage Fund 410.92
280 - Gas Tax Fund 1519.95
500 - Water Fund 14313.8
Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 9/25/2024 - 9/25/2024 Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
100 - General Fund 10695.84
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Grand Total: 51798.98
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
**None** 51798.98
Grand Total: 51798.98
550-7800-6700 Bad Debts 9.35
560-6025-9121 Professional Services 3216.85
590-5715-5000 Vehicle Repairs 422.3
550-5705-6700 Equipment Maintenance 165.2
550-5720-6600 Equipment Repair 2890.09
550-6210-6700 Internet Service 362.49
550-1310 Chemical Tank Deposits -300
550-5500-6600 Department Supplies 3923.29
550-5555-6600 Plant Chemicals 8223.96
500-7800-6300 Bad Debts 9.35
510-5500-9124 Department Supplies 3335.65
510-6025-9124 Professional Services 1358.75
500-6210-6300 Internet Service 362.49
500-6505-6000 Utility - General & Electric 122.32
500-7015-6000 Dues & Subscriptions 239
500-5730-6000 Alarm System Maintenance 791.17
500-5760-6100 Water Meters 7392.73
500-6015-6100 General Contracting 4844.63
Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 9/25/2024 - 9/25/2024 Account Summary
Account NumberAccount Name Payment Amount
500-5705-6300 Equipment Maintenance 165.2
Amount
80388 10/02/2024 MERCER FRASER COMPANY 113746 Aggregate Base/Sand - Carson Woods Project1911.67 10/2/2024 12:22:11 PM Page 1 of 5
80385 10/02/2024 KADLE, JASON 090124 Per Diem 10.6 - 10.11 (Honor Guard School) 521 80386 10/02/2024 LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTER 61500695156 Thrust Angle Alignment - Transit 114.99 80387 10/02/2024 LOST COAST KENNEL CLUB 092424 Park Deposit Refund 250 80384 10/02/2024 HUMMEL TIRE & WHEEL 278866 Tires - Transit 659.12 80384 10/02/2024 HUMMEL TIRE & WHEEL 278901 Tires - Utilities 427.21 80384 10/02/2024 HUMMEL TIRE & WHEEL 278914 TPMS Sensors - Utilities 381.7 80382 10/02/2024 GHD INC 380-0057551 CDBG ADA Barrier Removal Project 2077.94 80383 10/02/2024 HORIZON BUSINESS PRODUCTS 279776 Pens/Pencils - Building 9.73 80383 10/02/2024 HORIZON BUSINESS PRODUCTS 279809 Pens - WWTP 13.01 80380 10/02/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 25345 Equipment Fuel 25.52 80381 10/02/2024 GEARHART, ROBERT 091124 Per Diem 10.7 - 10.8 (Thatcher Chlorine Training) 41 80381 10/02/2024 GEARHART, ROBERT 091124 Per Diem 10.7 - 10.8 (Thatcher Chlorine Training) 41 80380 10/02/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 25176 Equipment Fuel 19.32 80380 10/02/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 25268 Equipment Fuel 39.15 80380 10/02/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 25329 Equipment Fuel 24.92 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382558 Janitorial Supplies/Trash Bags - Parks/PD 19.07 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382558 Janitorial Supplies/Trash Bags - Parks/PD 34.46 80380 10/02/2024 FREEDOM FUEL 25170 Equipment Fuel 35.8 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382461 Tools - Utilities 188.69 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382479 Screw Drivers - Utilities 17.34 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382504 Cleaning Supplies - WWTP 123.57 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382410 Tools - Utilities 243.36 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382419 Credit Packout Return - Utilities -107.42 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382420 Packout Toolbag- Utilities 71.34 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382330 Kennel Supplies 21.69 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382348 Kennel Supplies 29.27 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382409 Poly Covers - Streets 9.73 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382298 Bolts/Batteries - WWTP 164.84 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382301 Cleaning Supplies - Utilities 25.35 80379 10/02/2024 FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE 382315 Supplies - Rodeo Arena 397.07 80378 10/02/2024 EUREKA OXYGEN CO DM24090132 Cylinder Rentals FY 24/25 34.52 80378 10/02/2024 EUREKA OXYGEN CO DM24090132 Cylinder Rentals FY 24/25 34.52 80378 10/02/2024 EUREKA OXYGEN CO DM24090132 Cylinder Rentals FY 24/25 34.52 80376 10/02/2024 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 765385 August BAC Analysis Service 350 80377 10/02/2024 ERV COMMUNITY CENTER FOUNDATION092624 Room Rental 10.4.24 - CM Interviews 200 80378 10/02/2024 EUREKA OXYGEN CO DM24090132 Cylinder Rentals FY 24/25 34.54 80374 10/02/2024 BORGES & MAHONEY INC 145497 Supplies - WWTP 902.25 80375 10/02/2024 CARRINGTON, AMY 090124 Per Diem 10.6 - 10.11 (RIMS Conference) 389 80376 10/02/2024 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 758321 July BAC Analysis Service 70 80373 10/02/2024 BODYWORKS 100124 October Gym Memberships 20 80373 10/02/2024 BODYWORKS 100124 October Gym Memberships 60 80373 10/02/2024 BODYWORKS 100124 October Gym Memberships 20 80373 10/02/2024 BODYWORKS 100124 October Gym Memberships 20 80373 10/02/2024 BODYWORKS 100124 October Gym Memberships 80 80373 10/02/2024 BODYWORKS 100124 October Gym Memberships 40 80372 10/02/2024 AWP SAFETY 9009959 Traffic Marking Paint 262.76 80372 10/02/2024 AWP SAFETY 9009961 Credit Billing Error -273.42 80372 10/02/2024 AWP SAFETY 9010008 Traffic Marking Paint 283.47 80371 10/02/2024 ADVANCED SECURITY SYSTEM 705606 Alarm Battery Replacement - Lab 70.52 80371 10/02/2024 ADVANCED SECURITY SYSTEM 706283 Corp Yard Security Service FY 24/25 100.5 80371 10/02/2024 ADVANCED SECURITY SYSTEM 708292 Evidence Security Service FY 24/25 127.5 Expense Approval Report
CITY OF FORTUNA By (None)
Payment Dates 10/1/2024 - 10/2/2024
Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) 80370 10/01/2024 POSTMASTER 100124 Utility Billing Postage 9.30.24 1186.17 80370 10/01/2024 POSTMASTER 100124 Utility Billing Postage 9.30.24 1186.17 Amount
80398 10/02/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09240845 46580260845 252.54 80398 10/02/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09240845 46580260845 2641.82 10/2/2024 12:22:11 PM Page 2 of 5
80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 267689 Wiper Blades - Shop 3.53 80398 10/02/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 0008334412-7 000129468120 545.04 80398 10/02/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09240845 46580260845 2603.83 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 267689 Wiper Blades - Shop 3.53 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 267689 Wiper Blades - Shop 3.53 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 267689 Wiper Blades - Shop 3.54 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 267083 Disc Pad Set/Dual Fan Assembly - PD 280.49 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 267520 Micro-V Belt - Transit 55.32 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 267568 Hose Clamps - Utilities 4.62 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266664 Grease - Shop 13.16 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266790 Air Filter - WWTP 15.46 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266817 Battery - WWTP 202.75 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266664 Grease - Shop 13.16 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266664 Grease - Shop 13.16 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266664 Grease - Shop 13.16 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266664 Grease - Shop 13.16 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266664 Grease - Shop 13.16 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266664 Grease - Shop 13.16 80396 10/02/2024 O'CONNOR & COMPANY 0924-39 Auditor Fees FY 24/25 215.25 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266180 Truck Tool - WWTP 626.35 80397 10/02/2024 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORE 266592 Fleetrunner - Transit 40.84 80395 10/02/2024 NORTHCOAST ACOUSTICS 2083 Ceiling Panel Repair - CDD Remodel Project 1000 80396 10/02/2024 O'CONNOR & COMPANY 0924-39 Auditor Fees FY 24/25 645.75 80396 10/02/2024 O'CONNOR & COMPANY 0924-39 Auditor Fees FY 24/25 215.25 80394 10/02/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024132468 Utility Worker II/III Recruitment Advertising 61.2 80394 10/02/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024132468 Utility Worker II/III Recruitment Advertising 13.6 80394 10/02/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024132468 Utility Worker II/III Recruitment Advertising 47.6 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 79768 Door Handle - Utilities 16.48 80393 10/02/2024 NORMAN'S DRY CLEANERS 24270-039-A River Lodge Linen Service 23.6 80394 10/02/2024 NORTH COAST JOURNAL 2024132468 Utility Worker II/III Recruitment Advertising 13.6 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 70006 Grease/Brake Part Cleaner - WWTP 211.23 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 70043 Oil Filter/Oil - WWTP 175.04 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 70047 CB Radio - Utilities 75.18 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69908 LED Tester Blade - Shop 6.09 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69908 LED Tester Blade - Shop 6.08 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69908 LED Tester Blade - Shop 6.08 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69897 Oil Filters - Shop 7.66 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69897 Oil Filters - Shop 7.66 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69908 LED Tester Blade - Shop 6.08 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69743 Oil Filters - Shop 25.75 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69897 Oil Filters - Shop 7.65 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69897 Oil Filters - Shop 7.66 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69743 Oil Filters - Shop 25.75 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69743 Oil Filters - Shop 25.75 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69743 Oil Filters - Shop 25.75 80391 10/02/2024 MITCHELL 1 IB31653042 Teamwork Software FY 24/25 68.63 80391 10/02/2024 MITCHELL 1 IB31653042 Teamwork Software FY 24/25 68.63 80392 10/02/2024 NAPA AUTO PARTS FORTUNA 69743 Oil Filters - Shop 25.77 80390 10/02/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522416308 Can Liners/Gloves - River Lodge 126.4 80391 10/02/2024 MITCHELL 1 IB31653042 Teamwork Software FY 24/25 68.62 80391 10/02/2024 MITCHELL 1 IB31653042 Teamwork Software FY 24/25 68.63 80390 10/02/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522384876 Parks/Rink Linen Service 86.99 80390 10/02/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522410849 River Lodge Linen Service 88.58 80390 10/02/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522410849 River Lodge Linen Service 54.94 80390 10/02/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522384863 Corp Yard Linen Service 62.73 80390 10/02/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522384863 Corp Yard Linen Service 56.86 80390 10/02/2024 MISSION LINEN INDUS SERV 522384864 Wastewater Linen Service 214.66 Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 10/1/2024 - 10/2/2024 Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) 80389 10/02/2024 MIRANDA'S RESCUE 100124 Animal Resuce Services FY 24/25 800 Amount
80413 10/02/2024 WYCKOFF'S 143904 Supplies - Utilities 58.79 Grand Total: 79862.28
10/2/2024 12:22:11 PM Page 3 of 5
80413 10/02/2024 WYCKOFF'S 143193 Supplies - Utilities 46.85 80413 10/02/2024 WYCKOFF'S 143212 Supplies - CDD Remodel Project 707.38 80413 10/02/2024 WYCKOFF'S 143536 Tools - Utilities 111.72 80413 10/02/2024 WYCKOFF'S 141852 Supplies - WWTP 46.18 80413 10/02/2024 WYCKOFF'S 142202 Duck Butter - Carson Woods Project 49.89 80413 10/02/2024 WYCKOFF'S 142502 Newburg Irrigation Repair Supplies 89.52 80412 10/02/2024 WILLIAMS, ROSS 091124 Per Diem 10.7 - 10.8 (Thatcher Chlorine Training) 41 80412 10/02/2024 WILLIAMS, ROSS 091124 Per Diem 10.7 - 10.8 (Thatcher Chlorine Training) 41 80413 10/02/2024 WYCKOFF'S 141273 Supplies - Utilities 31.73 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 1186.05 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 1962.09 80411 10/02/2024 WILDWOOD SAW 39269 Stihl Gear Head - Streets 251.7 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 569.54 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 458.7 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 2518.22 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 907.6 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 136.28 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 159.86 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 216.08 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 64.66 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 2113.02 80409 10/02/2024 US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE 538944984 Copier Leases FY 24/25 52.38 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 85.79 80410 10/02/2024 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICES, INC CL 24-801566 September Fuel 4755.87 80408 10/02/2024 TRACTOR SUPPLY CREDIT PLA 866956 Kennel Supplies 29.64 80409 10/02/2024 US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE 538944984 Copier Leases FY 24/25 171.68 80409 10/02/2024 US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE 538944984 Copier Leases FY 24/25 66.93 80406 10/02/2024 SMITH, ZHARINA 092424 Park Deposit Refund 250 80407 10/02/2024 SPRINGVILLE SAFETY & SUPPLY 40332 Ear Plugs/Hard Hats - Parks 57.72 80408 10/02/2024 TRACTOR SUPPLY CREDIT PLA 567004 Kennel Supplies 19.76 80404 10/02/2024 SHN CONSULTING ENG & GEOL 122802 9th Street Sewer Project Services 5067.5 80405 10/02/2024 SILVA-MENDOZA, AURELIANO 092724 River Lodge Deposit Ref Less Staff/Cleaning Fees1000 80405 10/02/2024 SILVA-MENDOZA, AURELIANO 092724 River Lodge Deposit Ref Less Staff/Cleaning Fees-200 80402 10/02/2024 SCOTTY'S CUTTERS EDGE 160286 Equipment Maintenance - Parks 10 80403 10/02/2024 SECURITY LOCK & ALARM 220031217 Park Office/Garage Security Service FY 24/25 75 80403 10/02/2024 SECURITY LOCK & ALARM 220031890 Museum Security Service FY 24/25 70.5 80401 10/02/2024 SANCHO, BRYCE 090124 Per Diem 10.7 - 10.11 (Honor Guard School) 521 80402 10/02/2024 SCOTTY'S CUTTERS EDGE 160184 Equipment Maintenance - Parks 78.99 80402 10/02/2024 SCOTTY'S CUTTERS EDGE 160241 Weed Eater String - Parks 57.49 80400 10/02/2024 QUENCH USA INC INV08033839 Public Works Water System FY 24/25 21.16 80400 10/02/2024 QUENCH USA INC INV08033839 Public Works Water System FY 24/25 42.32 80400 10/02/2024 QUENCH USA INC INV08034274 Parks Water System FY 24/25 42.32 80398 10/02/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09240845 46580260845 663.57 80399 10/02/2024 PALMER, DALTON 090124 Per Diem 10.7 - 10.11 (RIMS Conference) 389 80400 10/02/2024 QUENCH USA INC INV08033839 Public Works Water System FY 24/25 21.16 80398 10/02/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09240845 46580260845 4144.72 80398 10/02/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09240845 46580260845 23300.14 80398 10/02/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09240845 46580260845 1704.36 Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) 80398 10/02/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09240845 46580260845 378.47 80398 10/02/2024 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO 09240845 46580260845 114 Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 10/1/2024 - 10/2/2024 100-7000-2000 Travel, Conferences & Training 1820
100-7015-2000 Dues & Subscriptions 68.62
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100-6035-1100 Personnel Services 200
100-6505-5400 Utility - General & Electric 252.54
100-6505-5450 Utility - General & Electric 2641.82
100-6505-5500 Utility - General & Electric 378.47
100-6505-5600 Utility - General & Electric 114
100-6600-2000 State Fees 420
100-5730-5450 Alarm System Maintenance 75
100-5730-5600 Alarm System Maintenance 70.5
100-5741-5450 Newburg Park Maintenance 89.52
100-6000-1400 Audit Fees 645.75
100-6015-9377 General Contracting 1000
100-6025-2000 Professional Services 127.5
100-5705-2000 Equipment Maintenance 66.93
100-5705-5450 Equipment Maintenance 52.38
100-5715-2000 Vehicle Repairs 330.6
100-5715-4100 Vehicle Repairs 42.44
100-5720-4100 Equipment Repair 6.08
100-5720-5450 Equipment Repair 111.78
100-5505-2800 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 216.08
100-5505-4000 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 64.66
100-5505-4100 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 2113.02
100-5505-5450 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 1052.31
100-5565-5450 Janitorial Supplies 121.45
100-5705-1500 Equipment Maintenance 171.68
100-5500-4000 Department Supplies 21.16
100-5500-4100 Department Supplies 97.27
100-5500-5450 Department Supplies 554.6
100-5500-9377 Department Supplies 707.38
100-5505-1500 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 85.79
100-5505-2000 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 4755.87
100-2220 Refundable Park Deposits 500
100-5265-1200 Miscellaneous Benefits 20
100-5265-2000 Miscellaneous Benefits 80
100-5265-5400 Miscellaneous Benefits 40
100-5500-2000 Department Supplies 19.07
100-5500-2800 Department Supplies 100.36
550 - Wastewater Fund 7441.24
560 - Wastewater Capital Fund 5067.5
590 - TDA Transit Fund 2891.27
672 - Forest Hill Water Booster Fund 663.57
830 - CDBG Business Fund 2077.94
Grand Total: 79862.28
Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
100-1683 Distributed Utilities 2603.83
100 - General Fund 22707.09
101 - Transaction and Use Tax Fund 136.28
120 - Development & Building Fund 169.59
160 - Riverlodge Fund 1093.52
189 - Measure Z Fund 569.54
200 - Storm Drainage Fund 251.7
280 - Gas Tax Fund 5458.66
500 - Water Fund 29372.82
510 - Water Capital Fund 1961.56
Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 10/1/2024 - 10/2/2024 Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
672-6505-6515 Utility - General & Electric 663.57
830-6025-9977 Professional Services 2077.94
Grand Total: 79862.28
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
**None** 79862.28
Grand Total: 79862.28
10/2/2024 12:22:11 PM Page 5 of 5
550-7000-6600 Travel, Conferences & Training 82
550-7015-6600 Dues & Subscriptions 68.63
560-6025-9121 Professional Services 5067.5
590-5265-5000 Miscellaneous Benefits 20
590-5505-5000 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 1962.09
590-5715-5000 Vehicle Repairs 909.18
550-5715-6500 Vehicle Repairs 46.57
550-5715-6600 Vehicle Repairs 863.8
550-5730-6600 Alarm System Maintenance 70.52
550-6000-6700 Audit Fees 215.25
550-6035-6500 Personnel Services 47.6
550-6505-6600 Utility - General & Electric 1704.36
500-7015-6000 Dues & Subscriptions 68.63
510-5500-9124 Department Supplies 1961.56
550-5500-6500 Department Supplies 34.52
550-5500-6600 Department Supplies 1893.45
550-5500-6700 Department Supplies 1228.49
550-5505-6600 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 1186.05
500-6000-6300 Audit Fees 215.25
500-6035-6000 Personnel Services 13.6
500-6035-6100 Personnel Services 61.2
500-6035-6200 Personnel Services 13.6
500-6505-6000 Utility - General & Electric 23300.14
500-7000-6000 Travel, Conferences & Training 82
500-5500-6100 Department Supplies 254.1
500-5500-6200 Department Supplies 1186.17
500-5505-6100 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 2518.22
500-5715-6100 Vehicle Repairs 961.37
500-5730-6000 Alarm System Maintenance 100.5
500-5900-6100 Tools & Small Equipment 525.03
280-5505-4200 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 458.7
280-5720-4200 Equipment Repair 7.66
280-5726-4200 Street Light Maintenance 545.04
280-6505-4200 Utility - General & Electric 4144.72
500-5265-6100 Miscellaneous Benefits 60
500-5500-6000 Department Supplies 13.01
160-5547-5800 User Group Linen 88.58
160-5565-5800 Janitorial Supplies 204.94
189-5505-2000 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 569.54
200-5500-4300 Department Supplies 251.7
280-5265-4200 Miscellaneous Benefits 20
280-5500-4200 Department Supplies 282.54
100-7400-2800 Miranda's Rescue 800
101-5505-2000 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 136.28
120-5500-3000 Department Supplies 9.73
120-5505-3000 Vehicle Fuel & Oil 159.86
160-2222 River Lodge Deposits 1000
160-4330 River Lodge Rental Fees -200
Expense Approval Report Payment Dates: 10/1/2024 - 10/2/2024 Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
100-7015-4100 Dues & Subscriptions 68.63
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Fortuna City Council
October 7, 2024