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Humboldt County is proposing an ordinance to prevent the use of harbor district land for activities related to offshore oil drilling. This follows a federal proposal to allow oil drilling along California's coastline.

The ordinance aims to protect district property from being used for oil or gas storage and handling. Local governments, including the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors and Arcata's City Council, oppose offshore drilling plans. The ordinance is intended to facilitate future offshore wind projects without impacting existing businesses.