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Humboldt County Grand Jury
• 2017-2018
Humboldt Bay Trail - Maintenance and Public Safety
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Findings and Recommendations 12 findings
F1
The City of Arcata and its Parks and Recreation Department are to be commended for completing their segment of the Humboldt Bay Trail in a timely manner.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
The City of Eureka and its Parks and Recreation Department are to be complimented for overcoming the many barriers encountered to construct the Waterfront Trail.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
Members of the Humboldt County community are to be commended for their participation in the development of a creative endowment through the Humboldt Area Foundation to fund trail maintenance.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
Local law enforcement agencies have considerable experience policing trails.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata each provide regular daily security patrols along their respective segments of the Humboldt Bay Trail. Such patrols may include trained volunteers such as Senior Citizens on Patrol (SCOP). These patrols should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F4, F5, F8, F9)
F5
To address security concerns, adding additional law enforcement may be warranted along each segment of the trail.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata each provide regular daily security patrols along their respective segments of the Humboldt Bay Trail. Such patrols may include trained volunteers such as Senior Citizens on Patrol (SCOP). These patrols should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F4, F5, F8, F9)
F6
Efforts of the Volunteer Trail Stewards to keep the trails clean, remove trash and clear excess plant growth are impacted by an insufficient number of regular volunteers.
Related Recommendations (1)
R10
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata parks and recreation departments cooperate to develop a shared list of potential volunteer organizations for community trail work occasions. This list should be available to each entity by September 1, 2018. (F6)
F7
Completion of the remaining four-mile segment along the Highway 101 Safety Corridor is contingent upon committed cooperation among various agencies and private property owners.
Related Recommendations (1)
R9
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors consult with 6 Caltrans regarding an appropriate temporary safety barrier, to be placed along the interim segment of the trail adjacent to Highway 101. This consultation should take place by September 1, 2018. (F7, F8)
F8
Many trail users do not feel safe walking or riding bicycles on the interim trail along the shoulder of Highway 101.
Related Recommendations (5)
R1
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata each provide regular daily security patrols along their respective segments of the Humboldt Bay Trail. Such patrols may include trained volunteers such as Senior Citizens on Patrol (SCOP). These patrols should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F4, F5, F8, F9)
R2
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the City of Arcata install signage at the southern end of its segment of the Humboldt Bay Trail to alert the public that continuing on the shoulder of Highway 101 may not be safe. This signage should be in place by September 1, 2018. (F8)
R3
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the City of Eureka install signage at the northern end of its segment of the Humboldt Bay Trail to alert the public that continuing on the shoulder of Highway 101 may not be safe. This signage should be in place by September 1, 2018. (F8)
R5
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata form a second working group, including community members-at- large, with the sole purpose of developing rules for use of the Humboldt Bay Trail consistent across all trail segments. These rules should address issues such as animals, bicycles, skates/skateboards, and motorized specialty vehicles, etc. These rules should be developed by January 1, 2019, be clearly posted and be included in a brochure at all major access points. (F8, F9, F11)
R9
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors consult with 6 Caltrans regarding an appropriate temporary safety barrier, to be placed along the interim segment of the trail adjacent to Highway 101. This consultation should take place by September 1, 2018. (F7, F8)
F9
While groups may feel safe on the trail, individuals may not feel safe.
Related Recommendations (5)
R1
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata each provide regular daily security patrols along their respective segments of the Humboldt Bay Trail. Such patrols may include trained volunteers such as Senior Citizens on Patrol (SCOP). These patrols should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F4, F5, F8, F9)
R5
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata form a second working group, including community members-at- large, with the sole purpose of developing rules for use of the Humboldt Bay Trail consistent across all trail segments. These rules should address issues such as animals, bicycles, skates/skateboards, and motorized specialty vehicles, etc. These rules should be developed by January 1, 2019, be clearly posted and be included in a brochure at all major access points. (F8, F9, F11)
R6
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata place signage at all major access points within their jurisdictions including mileposts, distances to other points along the trail, and rules for use. These signs should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R7
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install safety lighting along the Humboldt Bay Trail where appropriate. Lighting should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R8
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install specialized receptacles for syringes, recyclables, and pet waste, to be placed at regular intervals along all segments of the trail. These receptacles should be in place by January 1, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
F10
Trail safety for those with disabilities needs to be further assessed and addressed.
Related Recommendations (4)
R4
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata form a working group with the sole purpose of studying the requirements for providing individuals with disabilities full access to the Humboldt Bay Trail. This working group should include a minimum of one person each from groups with visual, hearing, and mobility impairments. This group should be formed by September 1, 2018. (F10, F11)
R6
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata place signage at all major access points within their jurisdictions including mileposts, distances to other points along the trail, and rules for use. These signs should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R7
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install safety lighting along the Humboldt Bay Trail where appropriate. Lighting should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R8
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install specialized receptacles for syringes, recyclables, and pet waste, to be placed at regular intervals along all segments of the trail. These receptacles should be in place by January 1, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
F11
Additional safety concerns may arise as more people use the trails.
Related Recommendations (5)
R4
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata form a working group with the sole purpose of studying the requirements for providing individuals with disabilities full access to the Humboldt Bay Trail. This working group should include a minimum of one person each from groups with visual, hearing, and mobility impairments. This group should be formed by September 1, 2018. (F10, F11)
R5
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata form a second working group, including community members-at- large, with the sole purpose of developing rules for use of the Humboldt Bay Trail consistent across all trail segments. These rules should address issues such as animals, bicycles, skates/skateboards, and motorized specialty vehicles, etc. These rules should be developed by January 1, 2019, be clearly posted and be included in a brochure at all major access points. (F8, F9, F11)
R6
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata place signage at all major access points within their jurisdictions including mileposts, distances to other points along the trail, and rules for use. These signs should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R7
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install safety lighting along the Humboldt Bay Trail where appropriate. Lighting should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R8
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install specialized receptacles for syringes, recyclables, and pet waste, to be placed at regular intervals along all segments of the trail. These receptacles should be in place by January 1, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
F12
The gap between the boardwalk and the Aquatic Center on the Waterfront Trail is confusing to follow and dangerous to use. 5
Related Recommendations (2)
R11
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the City of Eureka install signage directing users how to navigate the gap between the boardwalk and the Aquatic Center. These signs should be installed by July 1, 2018. (F12)
R12
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the City of Eureka eliminate parking and add K-rail on the west side of 1st Street between the boardwalk and the railroad tracks to enhance safety of this section until complete. (F12)
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