The Humboldt County Administrative Office’s Economic Development Division is updating the county’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) and invites you to share your input by taking the 2025 Humboldt CEDS Community Survey.

A CEDS is a strategic plan that guides local economic development efforts and ensures the county remains eligible for certain federal grants. Once complete, the updated CEDS will serve as a roadmap for building a diverse and thriving economy in Humboldt County.

The state of Humboldt County’s economy impacts everyone who lives and works in Humboldt. Input from the community is crucial to ensure the updated CEDS meets the needs of Humboldt’s residents, business owners and workforce.

The collaborative process to update the CEDS is a unique opportunity for the community to come together, share input on the economic challenges Humboldt is facing and design a strategy for improvement. By participating in the survey, community members can share their perspectives on workforce development, infrastructure needs, housing, industry trends and other critical factors that impact the local economy.

How to Participate

The survey will be available online at gohumco.com/CEDS until Sunday, March 16. Paper copies are also available and can be filled out in person at the Humboldt County Administrative Office, located in the Humboldt County Courthouse at 825 Fifth St., Suite 112, in Eureka. 

Survey results will help inform the county’s five-year economic development plan and identify actionable strategies for inclusive growth. The final CEDS report is scheduled to be submitted to the U.S. Economic Development Administration and made available to the public in May.

For more information and background on the CEDS and how to share your input please call 707-445-7745 or email gohumco@co.humboldt.ca.us. For more information on Humboldt County’s Economic Development Division, visit gohumco.com.