Forestry Department

The Department of Fish and Game maintains a preserve of fish, wildlife and plant species and natural communities and serves recreational, commercial, scientific and educational institutions. The department also maintains a stock of deer, elk, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, bear and wild pig. It provides opportunities to participate in hunting and freshwater and marine fishing. The Department of Fish and Game offers wildlife viewing options of bald eagles, bats, butterflies, condors, harbor seals, herons, magpies, sandhill cranes, nutcrackers and snakes. It undertakes classroom aquarium education project that organizes training sessions and workshops and maintain the preserve of fisheries and aquatic habitats. The department maintains one of its locations in Eureka, Calif.

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, known as CAL FIRE, is dedicated to safeguarding the people, property, and natural resources of California. They provide comprehensive emergency services across 36 of the state's 58 counties and are committed to wildfire prevention, protection, and recovery efforts within California's wildlands. Through various initiatives such as fire planning, vegetation management, and education, CAL FIRE aims to enhance community resilience against wildfires and promote forest health. The organization also invests significantly in projects that improve fire prevention strategies and sustainability, making their mission vital in the face of increasing wildfire threats. Generated from the website

The Humboldt County Association of Governments (HCAOG) is a Joint Powers Agency that serves as the Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) and the Service Authority for Freeway Emergencies (SAFE) in Humboldt County, California. Comprised of the seven incorporated cities and the County of Humboldt, HCAOG is responsible for the programming of state highways, local street and road improvements, public transportation resources, and the roadside call box program. With a mission to develop and maintain a well-coordinated, balanced, and safe multimodal transportation system, HCAOG works towards providing efficient access to all cities, communities, recreational facilities, and adjoining regions. Operating through a multi-layered committee structure, the HCAOG Board of Directors, consisting of elected officials from the region's governing bodies, serves as the final authority for all decisions related to transportation planning and programming. In addition to its role in transportation planning, HCAOG also prepares and implements the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) and ensures compliance with AB 2040, which governs the compensation of elected officials, officers, and employees. Through its various projects and initiatives, HCAOG strives to create a balanced multimodal transportation system that encompasses highways, public transit, aviation, marine, railroads, recreation, bicycle, pedestrian, and utility systems.Generated from the website